Manager - Kitchen/Chef

Kitchen Manager

Position: Kitchen/Chef Manager

Routine Tasks:

Maintains production and inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed for prepared foods section of store.

• Facilitate the plating, presentation and replenishment of prepared foods for the store.
• Purchase and maintain inventory
• Execute recipes for hot and cold buffet setups.
• Check freshness of food and ingredients
• Monitor sanitation practices and follow kitchen safety standards
• Perform line checks to include temperature checks of all refrigeration, rotation and dating of all foods, proper prep (taste), freshness and specials completed.
• Plan menus and ensure uniform serving sizes and quality of meals
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other food preparation workers
• Create weekly employee schedule.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Supervise cooks and other food preparation workers
• Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Develop team and improve performance through coaching and feedback and create performance and development goals.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality
• Responsible for all equipment is in operational condition and regularly cleaned.
• Monitor sanitation practices and follow kitchen safety standards
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of Kitchen Management experience in food production and /or kitchen environment.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Prior experience as a supervisor overseeing and directing a staff.