Traveling Chef

Job DetailsJob Location: Montgomery, OH 45242Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/yearWe are the Cristian Pietoso Italian Restaurant Group, and we are looking for a Traveling Chef to join our team and prepare delicious Italian meals for our guests. Chef responsibilities include running a scratch kitchen, studying recipes, hiring staff, doing inventory, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. If you have experience with advanced cooking techniques and non-traditional ingredients, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you’ll prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our guests. We are a scratch kitchen that prepares authentic Italian cuisine. Responsibilities Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients Cook food in a timely manner Delegate tasks to kitchen staff Inform wait staff about daily specials Ensure appealing plate presentation Supervise Cooks and back of the house employees Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy) Monitor food stock and place orders Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area Benefits Opportunities for growth within a respected Cincinnati restaurant group Creative input in menu development Supportive, team-driven culture 70% company covered medical, dental, and vision insurance 2 week PTO in your first year, 3 weeks PTO following your first year 3 paid sick days 6 paid holidays Closed Sundays (Open for Sunday Brunch on Easter and Mother's Day) 401(k) 401(k) matching QualificationsSkills Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers) Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques Leadership skills Ability to remain calm under pressure Excellent time management abilities Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes Familiarity with sanitation regulations Culinary school diploma preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Cristian Pietoso Restaurant Group