Cream City Concepts is looking for dynamic and passionate Head Chef. We are a high-volume bar & grill concept in Downtown Milwaukee area focusing on fun, creative and approachable foods. We make the foods people love to eat!
We are just minutes away from the Fiserv Forum, this is an exciting position in a high-profile Milwaukee Neighborhood. The ideal candidate for this role should demonstrate exceptional kitchen management and leadership skills. The candidate should also have superb interpersonal skills, excellent time-management, and be looking to build a true kitchen team.
Head Chef Responsibilities:
Lead and coach the team in a constructive manner on a daily basis
Day to day kitchen management including recruiting, training, and scheduling of kitchen staff
Menu design, costing, tasting, and implementation for daily service, events and private parties
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Responsible for the ordering, stocking and inventory of all fresh and frozen food items
Able to lead the line during rushes including cooking meals according to set standards and recipes
Oversee kitchen operations, SOPs, and building systems/processes to ensure uniformity General Cooking Responsibilities
Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
Prepare food for service with an eye for detail and plating
Clean up station and take care of leftover food
Stock inventory appropriately
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Keeping the kitchen, walk in coolers both organized and clean
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 2-3 years as a Lead Line Cook, Sous Chef or Head Chef or 5+ year cooking experience
Possess or able to attain appropriate Wisconsin Food/Sanitation certifications
Analytical skills and aptitude to learn and implement management food costing tools/software
Basic computer and written/verbal communication skills
Be able to lift at least 45 pounds
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 with monthly bonuses
Benefits:
Company provided cellphone
Free parking downtown
Paid vacation
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
401K Match
Company meals
Company paid certifications'
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Food provided
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Bar
Casual dining restaurant
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)
Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location
Milwaukee, WI 53203: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Culinary experience: 3 years (Preferred)
Cooking: 3 years (Preferred)