JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for monitoring and ensuring that company systems and standard operating procedures are met for all areas that directly report to them. Primary responsibilities are overseeing the culinary aspects of Graffiti Market, the culinary operations within our Stockyards Coffee location and our off premise caterings that occur within the Catalyst Marketplace. At times there is an overlap in assisting the General Manger in many other areas. The Chef de Cuisine has the human resource, financial and administrative responsibilities as they pertain to the direct reports. In addition, this position is also responsible for working closely with the FOH Management within Graffiti Market to assure standards are being met in all other aspects of the culinary operation. Must work closely with the General Manager in promoting the company’s culture, mission and philosophy.

Qualifications

• Three years senior level or executive chef experience in high-quality, volume-oriented environment.
• Culinary School graduate or related training.
• Passionate culinarian with great palette and sense of presentation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well in an environment with time constraints.
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills, performing work accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to develop, implement and maintain systems for culinary staff, kitchen assistants and trucking staff.
• Ability to effectively train and develop staff and build team morale.
• Ability to hold others accountable for following company standards and procedures.
• Ability to innovate and implement new ideas.
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills including delegation skills.
• Ability to meet budgets including labor, food and applicable direct operating costs.
• Must have a food handler’s certificate.
• Ability to work flexible schedules in order to accommodate business levels.

• Perform all reasonable requests from the General Manager.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Follow proper time-keeping policies and procedures.
• Follow sign-in and sign-out procedure for keys.
• Know and follow all company emergency and safety procedures.