Head Chef Job Description
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced, creative, and passionate head chef to join our team. As head chef, you will run the back-of-house. You will manage the daily operations of the kitchen, oversee the kitchen staff to ensure that the highest quality of cuisine is served to our guests, and ensure that all food and labor cost goals are met.
Breakfast/Lunch Hours: 7am-3pm (Great work life balance hours)
Head Chef Duties and Responsibilities
Direct kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup
Assign tasks; supervise chefs and cooks in the preparation and presentation of food
Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively
Resolve issues as they arise so that customers continue to receive their orders in a timely manner
Make sure that all kitchen and wait staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen
Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to customers
Collaborate with the general manager and owner to align kitchen operations with the overarching goals of the establishment
Direct monthly inventory
Maintain vendor relationships
Recruit, hire, and train chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff
Maintain kitchen equipment; schedule repairs and additional maintenance as needed
Requirements and Qualifications
Culinary degree or training a plus
Experience in a back-of-house management position
Significant experience as a chef, in addition to experience as a sous chef or line cook
Strong attention to detail
Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations
Ability to remain productive when pulled in many different directions
Experience working in high-volume restaurant kitchen required
Available to work on-call, shifts, weekends, and on public holidays.
Bilingual communication skills strongly preferred (English/Spanish)
