Head Chef

Lead the kitchen team and oversee all food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, excellent presentation, efficient service, and high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily kitchen operations.
• Manage, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality burger and menu items.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion size, and presentation.
• Monitor food preparation and service times.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Manage kitchen inventory, stock levels, and ordering.
• Control food costs, waste, and portioning.
• Ensure proper food storage and temperature control.
• Coordinate effectively with front-of-house staff.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient kitchen areas.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues.
• Assist with menu development and new food items.
• Manage kitchen schedules and staff responsibilities.
• Monitor staff performance and maintain kitchen standards.
• Handle kitchen issues and resolve operational problems.
• Ensure smooth opening and closing procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen professional.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation.
• Experience with inventory and food-cost management.
• Good organization and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Creative approach to food preparation and presentation.
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pay: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person