The New England is seeking an Chef / Kitchen Manager. The ideal candidate is someone who loves to cook and possesses great leadership skills to join the growing team. We source many of our ingredients from local purveyors and use only the highest quality available. Our ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience and be willing to input ideas into the creation of our daily special menu items, possess a fun and personable attitude, want a flexible schedule, are punctual and have reliable transportation.
The Chef/Kitchen Manager responsibility is to work under the direction of the Ownership and with the General Manager and direct the preparation of food, help the kitchen workers in the preparation of food items and set up stations for food service. This position must be able to prepare food quickly to the set specifications and standards while maintaining hygienic practices.
S/he also arranges, prepares and break downs the stations of the kitchen, storage areas and refrigerators. And makes sure all are maintained at the beginning and end of every day/night. This person is also capable of supervising the team independently.
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Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Inventory and ordering.
- Oversee/set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
- Prepare a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
- Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station
- Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
- Notify management in advance of likely shortages
- Serve menu items compliant with established standards
- Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
- Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
- Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
- Keep the work area fresh all through the shift
- Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
- Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
- Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
- Assist with all duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Prior line cook and supervisory experience in a fast paced, high intensity setting.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
- Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
- Must have knife skills.
Required license or certification:
Come Join our team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
