Chef de Cuisine

EOS Hospitality • Marathon, FL

75d

About The Position

The position involves independently managing culinary personnel, specifically cooks and dishwashers. Responsibilities include hiring, training, administering performance reviews, determining wages, coaching and discipline, termination, and weekly scheduling. The role requires creating effective, cost-efficient schedules for the culinary team based on forecasts and budgets, as well as managing overall culinary labor and costs. The position also entails onboarding kitchen staff, conducting daily shift briefings, overseeing daily activities, developing creative menu items, and managing inventory and food costs. Additionally, the role includes ensuring proper sanitation procedures, maintaining kitchen equipment, engaging with guests, and expediting food during service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years working in a culinary leadership position in a high volume full service restaurant.
• Ability to create innovative menu items.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete administrative tasks related to culinary operations.
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships.
• Familiarity with Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in high-urgency situations.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage culinary personnel including hiring, training, and performance reviews.
• Create effective, cost-efficient schedules for the culinary team based on forecast and budget.
• Onboard kitchen staff and communicate policies and standards.
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen staff.
• Complete employee performance reviews as required.
• Oversee daily activities such as food preparation and sanitation.
• Develop creative, cost-appropriate menu items.
• Lead training and education of culinary staff.
• Oversee inventory management and ordering.
• Work with vendors for cost-effective high-quality products.
• Manage holiday and special event culinary operations.
• Train on and practice proper food sanitation procedures.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Engage with guests to ensure satisfaction.
• Expedite food during service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Accommodation