Chef Job Description

Chef Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Chef to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Train and develop cooks as needed;
• Efficiently work with team members towards providing the best product possible;
• Plan and delegate food preparation and cooking tasks to the team;
• Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian ;
• Cleaning: maintain cleanliness of kitchen and all food storage areas;
• help create weekly specials;
• Maintain Staff Schedule to or below projected labor cost;
• Food safety: maintain high standards of personal and kitchen hygiene; maintain food safety records;
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards;
• Stock control: manage food, equipment and stock rotation. Active involvement with station management for indenting of replenishments;
• Other duties as assigned by Owner or General Manager;
• Develop and execute custom menus for catering events;
• Plan, prepare, cook and present food to the standards required by the MJ’S Fish and Chicken Express;
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients;
• Create new dishes and menus in accordance with business needs.

Requirements:

• Excellent attention to detail, presentation, and cleanliness;
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while under pressure;
• Outstanding customer service skills;
• Willingness to adapt to local market needs and conditions;
• Strong verbal communication skills;
• Positive and professional attitude;
• Must be detail oriented;
• Travel required/Valid Driver’s License;
• Excellent knowledge of household table etiquette, service, and entertaining protocol;
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate the team;
• must have 2 years experience in fast paced restaurant environments;
• A requirement of this job is a passion for the development and mentoring of others;
• Experience as a chef;
• Must have reliable transportation;
• Strong Emotional Intelligence Skills.