Kitchen Head Chef - LV
Shakou Restaurants
Job Description
Job Description
Head Kitchen Chef Job Description
Position Title: Head Kitchen Chef
Department: Kitchen
Reports To: Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Exempt / Salaried
Position Summary
The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, food quality, inventory control, sanitation, and staff leadership. This role ensures that all dishes meet the establishment’s standards for taste, presentation, consistency, and food safety while maintaining efficient and profitable kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff
- Ensure consistent food quality and presentation
- Monitor food and labor costs to support profitability
- Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Oversee kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance
- Recruit, coach, and evaluate culinary team members
- Resolve kitchen-related issues quickly and professionally
- Control waste and implement cost-saving measures
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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