Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $24.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Meal allowance
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a professional culinary operation dedicated to maintaining high standards of food preparation, quality, and service. This kitchen environment emphasizes cleanliness, efficient organizational practices, and adherence to health and safety standards to ensure an outstanding dining experience. The company operates within the food service industry, most likely in a hospitality, institutional, or corporate catering setting where rigorous management of kitchen processes and staff supervision is critically important.
This role supports the Executive Chef by managing daily kitchen activities and maintaining the operational flow during the absence of the Executive Chef. The position includes preparation, seasoning, a... Show More
This role supports the Executive Chef by managing daily kitchen activities and maintaining the operational flow during the absence of the Executive Chef. The position includes preparation, seasoning, a... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- minimum two years of kitchen or culinary experience
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- ability to work flexible hours including special events
- physical ability to perform kitchen duties
- ability to maintain cleanliness and organization
- good communication skills
- ability to supervise and train junior staff
- willingness to transfer to other locations as needed
- must adhere to scheduling and management protocols
- ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor
Job Qualifications
- No prior formal training required
- two years of relevant kitchen experience preferred
- ability to lead and supervise kitchen staff
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- strong organizational and time management skills
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
- skill in food preparation and presentation
- problem sensitivity
- manual dexterity
- speech clarity
- ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively
Job Duties
- Ensures the overall cleanliness of kitchens meets health and equipment cleaning standards
- performs periodic inspections of kitchen to observe quality of food preparation, service, and cleanliness
- leads kitchen team in chef's absence
- provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members
- oversees and organizes kitchen stock and ingredients when Executive Chef isn’t present
- ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized
- keeps service line prepped and stocked before and during prime hours
- assists with supervision of all food preparation and presentation
- works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability, and training opportunities
- verifies that food storage units meet standards and are well-managed
- assists Executive Chef with any duties or tasks needed
- holds availability for up to 3 special events per semester
- maintains a pleasant appearance and clean chef coat
- communicates client feedback to chef and management
- receives trucks and checks for quantity and quality
- maintains professional relationships with vendors and clients
- abides by scheduling and time management protocols
- assists in monitoring scheduling and time management
- washes and cleans raw food products
- stocks or restocks items according to specifications
- transfers to other worksites as needed
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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