What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Kitchen Chef position at Blue Nami?
Description :
The head kitchen chef is largely responsible for taking a lead in and overseeing the roles and activities of personnel involved in kitchen operations. May require taking charge of ordering, inventory, some occasional menu development, receiving / preparing / processing deliveries and expediting service. Superior culinary skills / experience is preferred. Must be observant, have a refined palate and high standards of excellence with emphasis on cleanliness and food safety. The qualified candidate must be a motivated self-starter with excellent communication, problem resolution and organizational skills. Must be able and willing to develop and train more staff members, work cleanly, efficiently, and with respect for quality ingredients and careful attention to preparation.
Basic Functions
- Prepares food required for lunch, dinner and / or possibly late night shifts
- Responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen
- Provides professional leadership and direction to kitchen personnel
- Ensures all recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet proper specifications and commitment to quality
- Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean kitchen and demonstrates such through example, using proper food handling techniques
- Ensures kitchen and storage areas are kept clean and organized
- Assists with product ordering & maintaining inventory
Qualifications
Work Wear Requirements