Chef -Kitchen Manager

The Lunette

Chef -Kitchen Manager

Canton, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a dynamic and energetic culinary professional capable of leading a team and providing our guests with an exceptional dining experience? Our popular restaurant seeks a skilled chef who can create innovative menus and dishes, supervise all food leaving the kitchen, and ensure health and safety requirements are followed. Our ideal candidate is not only responsible for the food but is a creative leader capable of hiring and developing exceptional culinary talent to provide diners with the highest levels of quality. Experience as chef or a high-performing sous chef is required. Apply now if you're ready to bring your passion for food to our fantastic team! Responsibilities: • Incorporate different ingredients in a creative way to produce fresh and innovative menu items and specials • Work with vendors to secure the best items at cost-effective pricing, and manage department expenses that are within your direct control such as food, supplies, uniforms, and equipment • Provide guidance and direction to staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance to make the kitchen run efficiently • Supervise all food preparation in the kitchen, including procedures, portioning, garnishing, and ensure that all meals and dishes are attractively presented • Exceed guest expectations while increasing sales and profits and overseeing the success of day-to-day operations of the restaurant kitchen Qualifications: • Candidates must have completed high school or received similar certification such as a GED • This role requires experience building, motivating, and leading a team • Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers • This role requires 7-8 years of culinary experience • Understanding and compliance with kitchen sanitation, safety and equipment usage, and food storage Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 yearly

  • Compensation
    $60,000-$80,000 per year