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Gourmet Chef

Job Overview

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Giant Eagle Inc. is a leading grocery retailer with a strong presence in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. Known for its commitment to community values and customer satisfaction, Giant Eagle operates a network of grocery stores, warehouses, and corporate offices. The company thrives on its diverse and skilled workforce, fostering a family-like work environment that encourages growth, learning, and long-term career opportunities. With a focus on quality service, innovative food merchandising, and food safety, Giant Eagle has established itself as an employer of choice, offering a dynamic workplace where employees can feel valued and empowered to contribute... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years of culinary experience
  • Associate degree desired
  • Serv-Safe certification a plus
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Food safety awareness
  • Commitment to learn and share food knowledge
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of culinary experience
  • Advanced culinary degree or Bachelor's degree desired
  • Culinary awards or accreditation desired
  • Food safety awareness
  • Associate degree desired
  • Serv-Safe certification a plus

Job Duties

  • Actively support a culture of safety which includes, but is not limited to, 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 Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location