
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $93,000.00 - $128,100.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is a world-renowned culinary college known for its dedication to excellence in culinary education and training. Recognized as a leader in culinary arts, the CIA offers a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for successful careers in the food industry. The institution is committed to fostering creativity, innovation, and skill development through hands-on experiences, expert instruction, and a focus on sustainable and ethical food practices. The CIA operates various dining facilities, including the Grove Restaurant and Lunch Box, which serve as dynamic learning environments and showcase the high standards of food quality... Show More
Job Requirements
- Two year culinary certificate/degree or equivalent experience
- minimum five years of progressively responsible work in back of house kitchen operations, including previous experience supervising staff
- availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
- ability to stand for eight hours
- ability to lift 50 pounds
- ability to withstand high ambient temperatures
- high commitment to ethical behavior
- excellent communication skills
- strong leadership and management skills
- beginner to intermediate computer skills
Job Qualifications
- Two year culinary certificate/degree or equivalent experience
- minimum five years of progressively responsible work in back of house kitchen operations, including previous experience supervising staff
- associate's degree in culinary arts preferred
- Culinary Institute of America graduate preferred
- familiarity with modern techniques and trends
- demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers
- strong skills in leadership, motivation, management, planning and operations
- high commitment to ethical behavior in all situations and circumstances
- excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills
- demonstrated ability in organizational, time management, problem solving and interpersonal skills
- ability to monitor, evaluate and solve operations problems
- strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
- ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
- excellent logistical planning and delegating skills
- must display a high level of energy and self-motivation
- beginner to intermediate computer skills including ability to work effectively in MS office systems such as Word and Excel
Job Duties
- Creates weekly staffing schedules that support budgeted labor costs metrics
- establishes controls to achieve a food cost budget that meets determined metrics while minimizing food and supply waste
- works with Food and Beverage Manager and Senior Director of Food and Beverage to ensure the restaurant attains positive cash flow for the fiscal year
- utilizes existing daily, weekly, and monthly reporting tools to assess and adjust both food and labor cost management
- performs monthly food inventory
- develops seasonal menus using local and Copia garden ingredients between Grove, Lunch Box, and auxiliary programs
- approves the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies
- works closely with Storeroom Manager to research and source specialty ingredients
- evaluates food products with storeroom manager to assure that quality standards are consistently attained
- maintains a health department rating of A throughout restaurant at all times
- monitors, reports, and corrects all instances of disrepair in the Food and Beverage food outlets in coordination with the Food and Beverage Manager and the Facilities Manager
- evaluates and documents staff performance using established methods and criteria
- interviews, trains and supervises all staff
- coordinates with Food and Beverage Manager and LCS management to ensure appropriate and most efficient staffing levels for dishwashers
- works with Food and Beverage Manager to develop and achieve best in class service and food standards
- any and all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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