Jul 2021 - Present
Role Requirements and Responsibilities
• Operate and manage the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment
• Develop new recipes for weekly seasonal menus
• Assist with daily kitchen staff scheduling and work assignments, including self-scheduled tasks, such as monthly deep cleaning and inventory
• Establish amounts and placing orders with existing vendors, based on need (in collaboration with/approval by Sous Chef & Executive Chef)
• Come up with a system to monitor product needs
• Assist sous chef with researching, identifying and corresponding with food and produce vendors that can provide the highest level of product available
• Monitor product costs and minimizing waste
• Demonstrate oversight of kitchen staff to assure that all dishes are executed and presented up to established Cochineal standards
• Train new kitchen staff on prepping, cooking techniques, station set up and end of shift cleaning procedures
• Assure in the absence of the executive chef that the kitchen is run in a disciplined and orderly manner that is respectful of staff, owners and customers
• Assure that hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation
• Make sure that all kitchen equipment is in good condition and signal any malfunction before it affects the ability of the kitchen to function properly
• Monthly food & product inventory – counting and recording all use-able products in collaboration with Sous Chef
• Attend all pertinent meetings and sometimes lead them
• Utilize time management to prepare and execute all dishes coordinated with/assigned by Executive & Sous Chef
Essential Functions and Accountabilities
• Check the quantity and quality of received products
• Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation
• Supervise, train and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
• Determine how food should be presented
• Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
• Collaborate with owners to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely volume of customers
• Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor and overhead costs
• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis and catering
• Determine production schedules and requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
• Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties and banquets (if applicable)
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment
• Follow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct an accurate inventory
• Ensure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training before holding them accountable for results
• Hold staff accountable for their job performance through regular performance evaluations
• Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation, purchasing and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or restaurants, including catering
• Ensure open lines of communication with staff, all departments and upper management at all times via email, log books, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the restaurant are met
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition and cleaned after use
• Maintain all equipment and space is kept clean and in order/organized
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Review schedule hours biweekly with chef/owner and work designated hours scheduled for prep & on the line