What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pantry chef position at DENUNZIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANTS?
We are looking for a professional Pantry Chef for our kitchen, following our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus
- Produce high quality plates both design and taste wise
- Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards
- Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
- Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff’s performance
- Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately
- Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Skills
- Proven experience as a chef
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
- Excellent record of kitchen and staff management
- Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
- Familiar with industry’s best practices
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
- BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus
Pantry responsibilities:
- Make cold appetizers, including salads, vegetable and meat roll-ups and bruschettas
- Garnish dishes with spices, nuts, fruit and vegetables
- Prepare vinaigrettes, dips and herb-infused oils
- Perform meal-prep activities before guests arrive (like chopping vegetables, cutting fish and meat and washing fruits)
- Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage
- Check food plating, temperature and portions for all cold dishes
- Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift
- Monitor stock and place orders, as needed
- Recommend modern recipes to renew our menu and add nutritious, creative cold dishes
- Maintain a clean station at all times
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $17
