Summary (description):
Responsible for all aspects of day to day kitchen operation.
Essential Functions include but may not be limited to:
CULINARY:
Assist Sushi Chef in oversight of all aspects of daily kitchen operation. Must know all areas of station prep, and teach other station members correct methods.
Ensure quality, speed, accuracy and presentation of finished dishes during service.
Teach and inspire the cooks. Create a positive environment that encourages teamwork. Help prep and plate as necessary
Help write and proofread daily menus and ingredients lists
Help to conduct daily lineups and contribute to server’s education.
Monitor quality of raw ingredients, ensure that product coming into the kitchen is of the highest quality.
MAINTENANCE:
Responsible in assisting Chef in overall organization and cleanliness of kitchen
Maintain clean and orderly working conditions on all cooks’ stations
Monitor the work of porters and night cleaners, report finding to Chef or Exec Sous
Responsible for safe working order of all equipment. Arrange for equipment maintenance as necessary. Ensure that all health codes are observed
Assist Chef to ensure that the restaurant is in compliance with all applicable safety laws. This includes filling out, filing or mailing any relevant paperwork
Update recipe records as necessary
Maintain kitchen records
Ensure that purveyor invoices are correct
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to excel at each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
At least 5 years experience in an operation with similar quality and size.
Ability to apply creative solutions to practical problems and situations where limited standardization exists.
The employee must have the ability to maintain emotionally healthy composure and professionalism in stressful situations.
Must have the ability to relate positively and effectively to both kitchen and dining room personnel.
Work Environment
While performing the essential duties of this job the employee is frequently required to work in a limited physical space with variable atmospheric conditions including ventilation, lighting, smoke and extreme temperatures. The employee is regularly exposed to heat from the stoves and burners. Daily activities involve the use of knives, slicers, mixers, etc. The kitchen floors may be slippery and wet at certain times during the day. Hot liquids in large containers are moved and must be carefully transported. The noise level in the work area is usually moderate to loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Kitchen Chef to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Kitchen Chef is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. Frequently it is required to use hands and arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. TheKitchen Chef is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The Kitchen Chef must be able to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds, be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.