Chef

Role Summary

The Chef plays a critical leadership role in our kitchen operations. Responsibilities include managing daily operations flow, ensuring food quality and safety, inventory management, event execution, and leading the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Lead by example, manage line staff, prep cooks, and dish team to maintain performance and morale.
• Training & Development: Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching to ensure consistency, speed, and compliance.
• BOH Leadership: Oversee day-to-day BOH operations, ensuring kitchen efficiency, cleanliness, and team performance.
• Food Quality & Consistency: Ensure all dishes meet brand standards for quality, presentation, and timing.
• Ordering & Inventory: Do weekly inventory counts, place supplier orders, and assist inventory management to reduce waste and control food cost.
• Event Execution: Ensure proper execution of all FOH events including placing orders, prepping and maintaining quality standards during private and brand events.
• Sanitation & Safety: Uphold strict adherence to health codes, sanitation practices, and safety procedures.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with FOH leadership and management to ensure smooth communication and service execution.

Job Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• 3-4 years of leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Experience with inventory systems and supplier ordering.
• Event/Catering experience (preferred).
• Proficient in kitchen operations, prep systems, and safety protocols.
• Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection.
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution.
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners.
• Free Beer!