Chef

Pittsburgh, PA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.25 - $30.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Job Description

Our Gourmet Chefs are integral to the dynamic operations at a Central Kitchen and Market District, where culinary excellence meets customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. The establishment prides itself on delivering high-quality food products while maintaining rigorous food safety standards. As a key player on the team, the Gourmet Chef is responsible for various facets of food preparation, quality control, merchandising, and educating both associates and customers, all while contributing to the profitability and growth of the business. This role offers an enriching opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their skills and career in a supportive and innovative... Show More

Job Requirements

3 to 5 years of culinary experience
Advanced culinary degree or bachelor's degree
Culinary awards or accreditation
Food safety awareness
Associates degree preferred
Serv-Safe certification a plus
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

3 to 5 years of culinary experience
Advanced culinary degree or bachelor's degree
Culinary awards or accreditation
Food safety awareness
Associates degree preferred
Serv-Safe certification a plus

Job Duties

Actively support a culture of safety including food safety team member safety and customer safety
Display a commitment to learn about food and share food knowledge with fellow team members and customers
Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques and provide active sampling opportunities when appropriate
Actively participate in and promote an environment which embraces diversity inclusion and respect for team members customers vendors and the community
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by ensuring that all food safety food holding temperature and OSHA standards are met
In conjunction with the kitchen manager prepared foods manager manage inventories weekly prepare food ingredients and products that allow for efficient management of the business assist department manager with monthly inventory taking process
Meet or exceed budgeted guidelines for food cost percentage minimize product waste and ensure that production is followed strictly on a day-to-day basis
Maintain accurate department records to ensure documentation of activities is available
Participate in the preparation and production of catering and all food areas
Monitor adherence to company policies procedures and standards to ensure the company requirements are met
Follow strict recipe and merchandising guidelines to ensure that company direction is followed
Participate with the business group in quarterly reviews and training sessions and other functions at management's discretion

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

Don't Stop At One Job - There's More

Create a free profile

We'll match you with best jobs

Get job offers faster

Create Your Profile

Search For More Opportunities:

More Jobs Like This: