Job Description: Senior Cook
Position: Senior Cook
Employment Type: Full-Time (Split Shift)
Responsibilities:
Food Preparation:
- Lead and manage the kitchen team in daily food preparation tasks.
- Develop and execute high-quality menus, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
- Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing to ensure food is prepared and presented in an excellent manner.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
Ingredient Management:
- Oversee the buying of ingredients and food supplies, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency.
- Weigh and measure ingredients accurately to maintain recipe consistency.
- Manage inventory levels, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels.
- Ensure proper storage of ingredients and food supplies, maintaining freshness and compliance with health regulations.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff.
- Coordinate daily operations and ensure smooth shift transitions.
- Enforce kitchen policies and procedures, ensuring a collaborative and efficient working environment.
Operational Management:
- Work in a split shift schedule to oversee both morning and evening kitchen operations.
- Collaborate with the management team to plan and implement kitchen improvements.
- Assist in budget management, controlling food costs and optimizing resource utilization.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Senior Cook or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- Strong culinary skills with a deep understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Experience in purchasing, weighing, and storing food supplies.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including split shifts.
- Certification in Culinary Arts or related field is preferred.
Key Competencies:
- Creativity and passion for culinary excellence.
- Strong attention to detail and quality control.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Meal discounts.
- Health and wellness benefits.
