Job description
Supporting Chef
Supports Direction of Leadership to include Owner, General Manager, Lead Chef and Sales Managers. Assume the role as Lead Chef in his or her absence.
Prepare exceptional cuisine per Banquet Event Order. (BEO) for all operational needs for offsite and mobile kitchen.
Manage all activities in the kitchen in absence of Lead Chef, including food preparation and production, and management and training of kitchen staff
Ensure efficient, cost-effective operation and profitability of food production
Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order
Ensure that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner according to BEO.
Assure adherence to all standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation in conjunction with the specifications
Assure kitchen sanitation according to standards of Whatcom County Health Department. Monitor holding and storage operations, stocking and food rotation, and guarantee food service sanitation standards are met
Offer exceptional teambuilding, motivation and education. Ensure kitchen personnel is trained in best practices. Ensure complete, friendly and professional communication with all team members.
Qualifications for Supporting Chef
High school or GED equivalent required, formal culinary training or associate degree in culinary arts preferred
Minimum 3-5 years catering cooking experience in a Fine & Casual dining and experience in a culinary leadership role preferred
Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room employees, and guests.
Food Handlers Permit
Ability to bend, stand, and stoop for long periods of time, and working long hours in hot conditions. Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to work a variety of schedules to accommodate business as contracted. Weekends and/or nights required, possibly some Holidays.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Experience level:
3 years
