087 - AJ's Fine Foods Executive Chef - 56th Street & Ray

Responsibilities

• Act as the store’s primary foodie
• Assist in the curation of product assortment and procurement function for the Bistro
• Develop recipes to produce gourmet food with healthy options in store
• Develop menus for product offering and work with vendor partners in product/recipe development
• Work in partnership with the Catering Director on menu planning, facilitating the production of catering menus that ensure profitability and company standards of food quality
• Own food safety and sanitation in the Bistro
• Educate guests and team members on products and recipes
• Primary ordering and inventory management for the Bistro
• Aid in the hiring process for the Bistro
• Aid Bistro Team Lead with training and development of the Bistro team
• Aid Bistro Team Lead with scheduling responsibilities for the Bistro
• Aid Bistro Team Lead with driving sales and profitability, while controlling shrink, labor, and other expenses
• Continue to learn and self-develop to stay attuned to current healthy eating and food trends
• Ensure safe working environment for team members and guests; by complying with all policies and procedures
• Own Bistro compliance with all state, county and local weights and measures guidelines

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol