Deli Chef - Cosentino's Brookside Market, 14 W. 62nd Terrace, Kansas City
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,600.00 - $67,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
flexible scheduling
Job Description
The Chef position is offered by a well-established food retail company recognized for its commitment to culinary excellence and fresh, high-quality food experiences. This company operates in the grocery and food service industry, combining a passion for fine cuisine with rigorous food safety and sanitation standards to deliver superior products to its customers. The establishment has built a reputation centered around quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, making it a sought-after place for culinary professionals dedicated to growth and excellence. By integrating comprehensive culinary programs, community events, and in-store dining options, the company fosters a dynamic and engaging environment for both... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor’s degree or culinary school degree or equivalent professional culinary training
- minimum 5 years of food industry experience
- hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment
- knowledge of USDA, FDA, and local/state food compliance
- ability to manage food and labor costs effectively
- strong leadership and communication skills
- ability to work in physically demanding kitchen environment
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- ability to lead and train culinary teams
- commitment to company’s customer service standards
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in the food industry with diverse cuisine levels
- bachelor’s degree or culinary school degree or relevant certifications
- deep knowledge of cooking, recipe development, sourcing, quality assurance, scaling, and production
- hands-on experience with kitchen equipment such as grills, rotisserie, and fryers
- knowledge of USDA, FDA, city/state regulations and compliance standards
- experience with budget management and cost optimization
- proven track record of improving bottom line growth
- ability to develop key components with third parties
- effective execution of food safety and sanitation guidelines
- strong leadership and employee development skills
Job Duties
- Study recipes
- set up menus and prepare high-quality dishes
- delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation
- ensure compliance with sanitation regulations
- execute concepts and support fresh food experience expansion
- monitor and maintain food and labor cost goals
- provide quality control and execution oversight from prep to plating
- ensure efficient procurement for culinary menus
- enforce a strong food safety program exceeding local and state requirements
- drive culinary promotions, store, and community events
- manage kitchen organization, cleanliness, and food safety
- train culinary employees to perform job functions properly
- manage FDA food nutritional labeling compliance
- foster cooperative working climate and maximize employee productivity
- lead by example with fairness, consistency, and approachability
- provide feedback, training, and leadership to develop employee skills
- complete onboarding and training for new kitchen and service line employees
- support by completing additional management-identified tasks and assisting other departments
- implement Cosentino Customer Service Standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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