What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef de Cuisine position at Little West Tavern?
A wood-hearth neighborhood tavern. Inspired by the independent spirit of the West —We keep our eyes on the open road —Opportunity favors the bold. Serving up an approachable environment, Little West Tavern is characterized by warmth and hospitality for your frequent visit. A familiar space for regulars and newcomers alike, grab a seat at the bar for spirited fun, or a table welcoming friends and family. Finding what you want is easy - so come as you are.
This individual is passionate, positive, creative, and cares deeply about the team that they lead. Primary responsibilities include everything from organizing the team for success, sourcing product, working closely with the restaurant team, and planning and execution of new menu items all while ensuring that the restaurant meets its financial targets. This individual will set the standard for all things taste, sip and try.
Requested Tasks
- Direct daily kitchen activities, ensuring food quality and presentation
- Bring innovative and thoughtful ideas for menu creation; testing and perfecting recipes consistently
- Manage food inventory; controlling stock and placing orders as needed
- Supervising and mentoring team members
Requested Capabilities
- Prior experience as a Chef de Cuisine highly preferred
- Able to work in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent service standards
- Guest-first mentality; excellent communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks to our eligible part-time team members, including free TeleDoc visits, dental/hearing/vision benefits, and assistance with medical equipment including diabetic supplies and a wide range of ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.
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Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.