JOB PURPOSE:
Oversees the handling and preparation of food and performs general cooking duties for dining halls, retail locations and/or catering events. Oversees food quality, safety and sanitation for the production area. Supports Sous Chef in execution of station checklists, staff oversight, maintaining high food standards and other duties related to kitchen cleanliness and organization.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Two (2) years of related cooking and/or baking experience
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW AND/OR INSTITUTION:
Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Culinary degree or certificate from a culinary arts program
Previous lead or supervisor experience in a restaurant or food service location
Previous experience in an institutional or commercial operation
Technical training in commercial food service preferred
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists in overseeing staff in assigned area
2. Performs general cooking and/or baking duties per established guidelines and assigned location(s)
3. Leads continuous training in food preparation techniques, safety and quality control
4. Assists Sous Chef in testing and implementing new recipes to the menu
5. Assists Sous Chef with menu development
6. Ensures a high food quality following established regulations and guidelines, including tasting food for quality control
7. Performs other preparation and sanitation duties as required
8. Leads the preparation of bakery and station items from scratch
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of food service terminology
- Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation regulations and food handling procedures
- Able to maintain a neat and professional appearance
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
- Basic computer skills for applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
- Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
- Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Pay rate:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Bakery
- Casual dining restaurant
Ability to Relocate:
- Kennesaw, GA 30144: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person