Chef - East Islip

Whitsons Culinary Group•East Islip, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Chef supports daily kitchen operations for K-12 school and residential dining accounts by preparing high-quality meals, following standardized recipes, and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. This role works under the direction of the Chef Manager or General Manager in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Culinary degree or certification or comparable experience
ServSafe certification up to date
Knowledge of Microsoft office suite
Ability to learn new computer programs
Proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques
Minimum 2 years’ experience in professional kitchen required
Experience managing kitchen and team required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience in school nutrition programs preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and production schedules
Ensure compliance with USDA school nutrition guidelines (K-12 accounts) and client standards (residential accounts)
Maintain proper food temperatures, labeling, dating, and storage
Assist with meal service, serving lines, and special events
Follow HACCP, food safety, and sanitation procedures at all times
Maintain clean, organized workstations and kitchen equipment
Support inventory control, product rotation (FIFO), and waste reduction
Work collaboratively to ensure timely, efficient meal service