Chef

Chef (Full-Time)

Opportunity to grow into a District Leadership Role

We are seeking an energetic and passionate Chef to join our team full-time. This is a dynamic, hands-on role based in our QSR commissary kitchen, perfect for a hospitality professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working directly with customers.

The ideal candidate is motivated, respectful, and team-oriented with a strong commitment to food quality, hospitality, and operational excellence. This position involves a mix of culinary and administrative duties, including prepping, inventory management, and ordering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily operations on-site at food truck, catering venues, and other event locations (indoor and outdoor)
• Prep & produce menu items for food truck service, catering, deliveries, and drop-offs
• Floating Chef responsibilities, cover, assist and support other locations as needed, must be able to travel to Hartford, Oxford, Fairfield & Stamford as needed.
• Manage inventory, food cost controls, and ordering
• Create and execute menus, including specials and seasonal promotions
• Handle set-up and breakdown of propane tanks, generators, and kitchen stations
• Work actively on griddle, fryer, salad station, and serve as cashier when needed
• Provide exceptional guest service and lead customer interactions with a friendly, professional demeanor
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and food prep areas (griddles, utensils, pots, pans, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or food service education preferred
• MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE FOOD TRUCK
• 3-5 years of food service management experience
• Strong culinary skills and catering/event service knowledge
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage operations efficiently
• Passion for hospitality and guest experience
• Included days of work are Friday, Saturday & Sunday and will vary based on business demand
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and varying shifts based on business needs (no major holidays required)

What We Offer:

• Full-time position with flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for growth into regional leadership roles within a growing company
• A fun, fast-paced work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and professionalism
• Tips eligible per event but not guaranteed.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Food service degree preferred3-5 Years Food Service Management experience Culinary and catering knowledge Ability to adapt, learn and grow with a growing company
• Experience:

Food service Management: 1 year (Preferred)P&L Management: 1 year (Preferred)Supervisor: 1 year (Required)Restaurant / Professional kitchen: 3 years (Required)Food Ordering: 1 year (Required)Inventory Management: 1 year (Required)

• Serve-Safe managers certificate required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Work Location: In person