Kitchen lead
Position Title: Kitchen Manager / Lead Cook
Location: 404 Celsius, Senoia, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview:
The Kitchen Manager / Lead Cook at 404 Celsius is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring that food preparation meets the highest standards of quality and safety. Your leadership skills and culinary expertise will drive the success of the kitchen and contribute to an exceptional dining experience for our guests.
Key Responsibilities:
- Kitchen Operations Management:
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring that all food is prepared according to recipes and presentation standards.
- Monitor inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Staff Management:
- Supervise and train kitchen staff, including cooks and prep team members, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Schedule staff shifts, manage labor costs, and foster a positive team environment.
- Quality Control:
- Ensure that all dishes meet the restaurant’s standards for taste, presentation, and portion control.
- Conduct regular quality checks on food items and ingredients to maintain freshness and quality.
- Recipe Development:
- Collaborate with the head chef to develop new menu items and improve existing recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Maintain an organized recipe database for consistency and training purposes.
- Health and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety standards and sanitation practices.
- Conduct regular training sessions on safety procedures and equipment use for kitchen staff.
- Collaboration with Front of House:
- Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth communication regarding orders, special requests, and timing of service.
- Address any guest complaints or concerns related to food quality or service.
Expectations:
- Leadership: Lead by example, motivating the team to perform at their best and maintain a high level of morale.
- Efficiency: Optimize kitchen workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals during peak service periods.
- Problem-Solving: Address any issues that arise in the kitchen promptly, whether related to staff, equipment, or food quality.
- Adaptability: Be flexible to changes in menu items, customer preferences, and kitchen operations.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Proven experience in a kitchen leadership role, such as kitchen manager, head cook, or sous chef.
- Culinary Skills: Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen management practices.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively lead a team and interact with guests.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for bonuses based on performance.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your lifestyle.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a growing restaurant.
- Employee discounts on meals and beverages.
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate culinary professional with leadership experience and a desire to drive a successful kitchen team, we want to hear from you! Apply online at 404celsius.com/jobs or send your resume to Jobs@404celsius.com. Please include “Senoia – Kitchen Manager / Lead Cook” in the subject line.
Join us at 404 Celsius and lead a team dedicated to culinary excellence! 🍽️👨🍳✨