Job description
Growing catering company is in need of a head chef/kitchen manager to lead and execute weekly events. Must have catering experience and be familiar with leading a kitchen with high volume.
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 to ensure clients receive their orders in a timely manner
-Make sure that all kitchen staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen
-Plan menus and set prices making adjustments as needed based on the availability of ingredients
-Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to customers
-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
Head Chef Requirements and Qualifications
-3+ years of 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
-Creativity
-Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations
-Ability to remain productive when pulled in many different directions
www.matthewcaters.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off