The Assistant Chef oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation in the absence of the Executive Chef. Assists the Executive Chef in the daily operations of the kitchen, including menu development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, and cost control. Being an Assistant Chef coordinates and participates in the activities of hiring, training, and managing personnel in the kitchen. Requires an understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations. In addition, Assistant Chef may serve as an expeditor when needed. May require a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to an Executive Chef. The Assistant Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. Working as an Assistant Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor.
Assistant Chef Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Assistant Chef to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Properly store and dispose of food;
- Ensure health and sanitation standards are in compliance with regulations;
- Aid culinary team in preparing dishes to recipe;
- Assist in training new kitchen staff team members;
- Aid culinary team in preparing dishes to recipe, garnishing and plating of dishes;
- Aid team in preparing dishes to recipe;
- Help cleaning and organizing in the kitchen;
- Knowledge of scheduling and food inventory.
Requirements:
- Food handling certifications that apply;
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils;
- Experience with food preparation including cooking and plating meals;
- Demonstrate humility;
- Strive for excellence in all aspects of the job;
- The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time and work overtime as needed;
- Work with integrity in all interactions;
- Experience with dining services in a Chef, Cook, Sous Chef or Dietary Aide role;
- Express compassion for residents, staff and guests on a consistent basis;
- Work harmoniously with other employees and develop/maintain good employee relations and employee morale;
- The ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation;
- Prefer past experience in this position but not mandatory if you are flexible, a quick learner and a hard worker;
- Proven past experience;
- Ability to communicate and listen and execute effectively;
- Appropriate attitude and mindset for fast pace environment.