Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead to join our culinary team! In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. Your leadership will inspire a team of culinary professionals to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside our award winning Chef to showcase your culinary expertise, manage high-volume food production, and contribute to creating memorable meals for our valued guests.
Don't have Lead experience but you know you are ready for it? We will train the right person!
Duties
Under the advice and direction of our Executive Chef and Operator:
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to meet quality standards.
- Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Develop and implement menu planning strategies that highlight fresh ingredients and innovative dishes.
- Ensure adherence to food safety sanitizing procedures, proper food handling, and hygiene regulations at all times.
- Oversee food production processes such as braising, poaching, grilling, and other cooking techniques to ensure consistency and excellence.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives, grills, ovens, and other culinary tools.
- Maintain inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and manage stock rotation to minimize waste.
- Enforce strict compliance with food safety management protocols and sanitation standards across the dietary department.
- Support catering events by preparing large quantities of meals while maintaining recipe adherence and presentation quality.
- Collaborate with dietary aides and other departments to ensure meal options meet dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines.
Skills
- Proven dining experience with a focus on high-volume production environments.
- Advanced food preparation skills including poaching, braising, grilling, and general cooking techniques.
- Exceptional knife skills and proficiency operating various kitchen equipment.
- Deep understanding of food safety practices, sanitizing procedures, and food handling regulations.
- Experience in food industry standards related to culinary arts, catering, and restaurant service.
- Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to manage a busy kitchen team effectively.
- Knowledge of food safety management systems and recipe adherence protocols.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail in meal preparation.
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating with team members and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
Join us in delivering outstanding culinary experiences! We value passionate professionals eager to lead by example in a vibrant kitchen environment where quality meets innovation every day.
Compensation:
Hourly Pay Based On Experience.
30 Day Evaluation to Determine Advancement and Pay Increase
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
