AJs Chef de Cuisine
Prairie Meadows•Altoona, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
AJ's Steakhouse is seeking a creative, passionate, and detail-oriented Chef De Cuisine to lead the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. The ideal candidate will thrive in a highly motivated environment and take pride in producing quality work. This role requires someone who can manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of three years’ experience as a Chef or Sous Chef
- Experience in large full-service, upscale, high-volume restaurant kitchen
- Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations is required
- Serv Safe certification required
- Must be skilled in plating and presentation, as well as menu development with budgeted food costs
- Must possess knowledge of labor management and inventory control
- Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and working knowledge of P&L statements and Agilysys software
- Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines while maintaining a strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while maintaining a positive professional work environment
- Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with persons of diverse backgrounds
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push carts up to 150 lbs.
- Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied hours
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or related culinary degree preferred
- Experience with collective bargaining environment preferred
- Excellent dietary, cooking, supervisory, and customer service skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Responsible for food service of AJ’s Steakhouse from planning and preparing to delivery of all food
- Oversee that kitchen work area is ready for daily operation, ensuring compliance with established standards and requirements
- Ensure all food is consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and presentation standards
- Assist the Executive Chef in leading the AJ’s Steakhouse staff, developing menus, and creating culinary goals
- Work with front of house restaurant management to ensure the guest experience exceeds expectations
Benefits
- Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
