POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Executive Chef - Multi-Unit, the chosen candidate will perform an array of duties to run a profitable, clean, and well-equipped kitchen. The Chef will also be responsible for overseeing day to day operations including coaching and motivating the Kitchen staff. Other duties will be assigned as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a kitchen position in a high volume and upscale environment.
• Food and beverage culinary management experience with demonstrated leadership.
• Understanding of Restaurant, Bar/Lounge operational procedures.
• Effective decision making skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Culinary Degree/Diploma is preferred.

• Reports to Executive Chef Multi-Unit
• Coach and provide leadership to all the staff of the kitchen, either directly or through the Sous Chef(s), ensuring the training and development of staff, providing input for performance, appraisals, and disciplinary action, according to the values and guidelines of THG
• Schedules kitchen staff, assigning roles based on experience and skills.
• Supervises work product from kitchen and back-of-house staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with restaurant policy.
• Oversees the operations of the kitchen and back-of-house, ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or request.
• Ensures kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Works with Executive Chef Multi-Unit in creating the restaurant’s menu based on food trends, food costs, patron requests, and seasonal availability.
• Oversees stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients, ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste.
• Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
• Maintains kitchen budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.