Job Summary
This individual will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, directing the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, and operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures
Performs other duties as assigned
Oversees that all catering guides, programs, and concepts are executed properly and are carried out in a time effective manner.
Writes, costs, and executes custom catering menus based on client requests.
Works with Executive Chef and Catering Director to plan seasonal tastings of seasonal menus.
Qualifications:
A.S. or equivalent experience
Three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Extensive catering experience a plus
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
ServSafe certified – highly desirable