The Lead Line Cook/ Chef de Partie is part of the culinary team providing efficient preparation and delivery of established menu items that reflect Tuscan/California flavors. Prepares and cooks food with attention to cleanliness and sanitation, consistent quality standards and taste, timeliness and cost effectiveness. The Lead Line Cook/ Chef de Partie supervises quality control and the proper and effective operation of the line. This position will assist with training and skill set development for the entry level culinary team. Enforces associate grooming standards, standard operating procedures and attendance. Ensures all associates take breaks on rotation bases as required. Makes changes as needed to staffing to ensure all areas are properly staffed.
Essential:
1) Minimum four (4) years minimum culinary experience or training equivalent.
2) Excellent guest service skills.
3) Track record demonstrates consistency in quality and quantity of food prepared
4) Ability to analyze and solve problems.
5) Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation regulations and preparation procedures
6) Knowledge of Health Department regulations and state, local, Food Safety, MSDS and OSHA regulations
7) Knowledge of safe use of kitchen equipment
8) Ability to follow directions and willingness to learn
9) Proper use of equipment, including knives
10) Ability to prioritize, work under pressure and meet deadlines
11) Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language.
Desirable:
1) Ability to communicate in Spanish
2) Culinary Degree or Certificate from an accredited establishment.
3) Previous experience in resort or at an upscale restaurant
4) High-volume cooking/baking experience.
5) Banquet experience preferred.
6) Hotel/ Resort or upscale restaurant experience
7) Training in guest service or guest relations
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other associates or guests.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
1) Prepare food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check.
2) Recipe inheritance for all menu items and prep items the Executive Chef has set forth
3) Assist with Banquets set forth by the chefs
4) Make sure the prep list in completed
5) Work together with the prep lead
6) Set stations on time with the appropriate amount of food and supplies for the projected business.
7) Remain knowledgeable of proper taste and presentation of all menu item in all stations
8) Prepare specials, soups, picnics or other special menus as needed for guests
9) Ensure food production is to the highest standards
10) Promote and enforce standards of excellence and professionalism on the line.
11) Ensure consistency of product
12) Assist in controlling food cost, preventing theft and monitoring waste
13) Close stations including cleaning procedures
14) Safely and properly clean and use equipment including personal knives.
15) Advocate work practices that promote accident prevention
16) Recognize maintenance requirements and deficiencies of kitchen equipment
17) Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and equipment
18) Maintain inventory items, assist in receiving items and taking inventory
19) Ensure all foods are stored properly: wrapped, labeled, and dated with expiration dates “FIFO”
20) Monitor, ensure, and promote practices that comply with state, local, Food Safety, MSDS, OSHA and Health Department regulations.
21) Train new associates
22) Act as relief supervisor in absence of Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine
23) Able to monitor and reply to emails
24) Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Publisher
You may submit an application at:
2700 Buena Vista Dr
Paso Robles, Ca
SE HABLA ESPANOL