117 - AJ's Fine Foods Gourmet Chef - 67th Avenue & Beardsley

Bashas'•Glendale, AZ

About The Position

The Gourmet Chef assists with the preparation, display, and merchandising of fresh-prepared and packaged bistro foods. The role contributes creativity and a passion for food and cooking to the development, preparation, and presentation of prepared foods for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catered events. The Gourmet Chef works safely in a fast-paced environment and provides excellent customer service.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be at least 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.
Must be able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, sitting, lifting and stocking up to 50 lbs., pushing, keyboarding, telephone use, walking, and bending.

Responsibilities

Work with the deli/bistro team lead and/or executive chef to achieve department sales, product quality, presentation, and customer service goals.
Plan, develop, and present a variety of menus using expertise and creativity.
Answer phones and take special orders.
Maintain a positive and friendly attitude toward customers and fellow team members.
Engage with customers through greetings, product information, selling suggestions, active sampling, and sincere thanks.
Facilitate catered events from beginning to conclusion.
Work with the catering director and executive chef on menu planning and catering production to ensure profitability and company standards.
Communicate and demonstrate salesmanship with clients and vendors.
Maintain open communication with the deli/bistro and catering teams, deli/bistro department manager, and executive chef.
Ensure compliance with state, county, and local health department and weights and measures policies, laws, and requirements.
Control food costs and shrink by monitoring production and implementing reworks.
Perform other related duties as assigned.