Responsibilities:

• Prepare food items according to recipes and to quality standards.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and meets standards of quality.
• Assure local, state and federal food safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Fill in for Executive Chef as needed.
• Assist with the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment, as well as cleanliness and sanitation practices.
• Assist in the management and training of kitchen staff - this may include, but is not limited to, hiring, training, continued education, and disciplinary action.
• Assist with controlling food cost through efficient production practices, inventory management, supply chain management, and waste control.
• Be able to problem-solve and give clear direction to kitchen staff.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Maintain a productive and enjoyable work environment for all employees.
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Assist in maintaining and controlling kitchen inventory.
• Ensure that all supplies are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the company’s receiving policies and procedures.
• Assist with building an efficient supply chain, while also focusing on locally and responsibly sourced inputs.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition.
• We are a fast growing company, from time to time you will be expected to perform tasks outside your core areas of responsibility.
• Complete and maintain ServSafe Certification.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in large scale kitchen positions.
• Demonstrated interest in team management.
• Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and attention to detail.
• You consistently demonstrate a positive, problem solving attitude.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• You demonstrate integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness, especially under adverse or challenging conditions.
• You have a passion for local, sustainable, and ethical agriculture and food systems.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).
• Formal culinary training is a plus.

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