Chef de Cuisine

As the Chef de Cuisine you will act as a member of leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities and assume the role of liaison between restaurant operations and culinary staff. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Chef de Cuisine will assist in overseeing all aspects of the Kitchen operations including menu planning, food costs, events, hygiene and sanitation, recruitment, retention and development of chefs within the kitchen department.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the below:

• Developing and directing daily kitchen operations
• Assisting in the planning and development of menus and recipes; ensuring the correct and consistent preparation and presentation of all food items
• Utilizing creative menu planning to minimize waste
• Assisting restaurant management in the development of strategies and programs to enhance the food and beverage experience of
• Monitoring food production, ordering, cost, quality, and consistency on a daily basis
• Directly supervising and managing all kitchen staff including but not limited to line cooks, banquet cooks and prep cooks; overseeing scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring
• Guiding, coaching, counseling, developing, training and inspiring employees in a leadership role which promotes teamwork and enhances the overall service experience while maximizing productivity
• Managing all kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
• Conducting performance reviews with all kitchen staff members in a timely manner
• Controlling operating expenses through effective budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control
• Ensuring that sanitation standards as set forth by the Dream Inn and state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
• Communicating with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met; coordinating menu tastings and pre-meal meetings to educate staff on food taste and preparation methods, attending regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination amongst management team
• Interacting directly with guests to ascertain satisfaction; responding to guest requests with imagination, sincerity, and eagerness to please
• Participating in the hiring process alongside the Human Resources team; conducting interviews, hiring, training, coaching and counseling
• Acting as a liaison between the front and back of house wherein a positive work environment can prosper

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• 2+ years previous service or supervisory experience at an operation with similar culinary, service, guest relation and operational standards
• Graduate from an accredited culinary institution preferred
• Excellent kitchen and facilities operation knowledge
• Must be fluent in English and helpful to be conversational in Spanish
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills; inspires and motivates others to perform well
• Clear, strong verbal and written communication skills
• Clear, strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding local health and safety requirements; ability to ensure that Department of Health standards are upheld
• Strong knowledge of food preparation methods and culinary terminology
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment; balances team and individual responsibilities
• The ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company philosophy, policies, and applicable laws
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays
• Capability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business documents, safety rules, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
• Ability to compose reports, business correspondence, task lists and procedure manuals
• Capability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, team members and guests in a professional manner

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

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