O.H.S.O. Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a highly experienced and creative Executive Chef to join our fast-paced and growing restaurant. You must have proven success in the kitchen as a confident, effective, and efficient leader who is able to motivate and work collaboratively with kitchen staff. You will be responsible for meeting food and labor cost targets for the kitchen. You will create and document new menu items, manage and direct all kitchen staff, maintain quality control, and manage inventory and purchasing.

Executive Chef Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate and direct all food preparation, from prep through service
Monitor the quality of all food and beverages
Track, record, and maintain inventory stock including foods, beverages, and kitchen supplies
Delegate daily tasks to sous chef and other kitchen staff; manage their progress throughout the day
Oversee entire kitchen staff activity and ensure efficient work
Order and arrange pickup or delivery of foods for the week
Oversee repairs of kitchen appliances
Direct and design and plating/presentation techniques for all dishes
Hire and train new kitchen staff
Work efficiently to resolve any problems that arise in the kitchen
Research and implement new culinary trends
Maintain a clean kitchen and abide by all state food safety and sanitation laws