Cooking School Chef

Harmons Grocery • Riverton, UT

414d • $60,275 - $60,275

About The Position

The Cooking School Chef at Harmons Grocery is responsible for managing the Cooking School department, serving as a brand ambassador, and teaching customers culinary skills and techniques. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards, and delivering excellent customer service through hands-on cooking demonstrations and events. The chef will also develop recipes and work to improve the Cooking School's performance and sales.

Requirements

• Culinary experience with a focus on food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
• TIPS Certification and Food Handler's Permit.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask while teaching and managing operations.
• Experience in catering private events and banquets.
• Knowledge of culinary sanitation and hygiene, kitchen safety, and food presentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience mentoring or training others in a culinary setting.
• Passion for food and customer service.
• Ability to handle conflict professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations of the Cooking School department under the direction of the Store Director.
• Ensure the Cooking School is clean, well-maintained, and meets company standards of appearance.
• Work closely with the Cooking School Coordinator to oversee business and front-of-house operations.
• Oversee, train, and guide the Cooking School Instructor Sous Chef.
• Deliver excellent customer service while teaching hands-on demonstrations and hosting private events.
• Develop recipes for use in the Cooking School and elsewhere within Harmons.
• Work to continually improve Cooking School performance and sales.
• Effectively market and sell Harmons' products.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Stay within inventory and budgeted projections, contributing to the company's gross profit goals.
• Communicate effectively and work closely with the Cooking School Coordinator and Store Director.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree