What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHEF -Small Established Restaurant with a Pub-Style Family Setting position at The Belfry Restaurant?
About Us:
Our restaurant has been a local favorite for over 50 years, serving great food in a welcoming, pub style family setting. Located in a charming old schoolhouse, we take pride in making everything in house and serving key staple dishes that have kept guests coming back for generations. In addition to these signature dishes, our Chef will have the opportunity to create daily and weekly specials, allowing room for creativity while maintaining the integrity of our core offerings.
Job Overview:
We are looking for Chef to lead our kitchen, ensuring that our staple menu items are consistently prepared to the highest standard while also developing exciting specials. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and passionate about creating exceptional food. This role requires someone who is a strong leader, organized, and able to manage a small high-volume kitchen efficiently. The ideal candidate is reliable, takes ownership of their work, and enjoys cooking in a warm community focused environment.
Responsibilities:
Execute staple menu items with precision and consistency, ensuring they meet our high standards.
Develop and prepare daily and weekly specials that complement our core menu.
Lead the kitchen team, providing clear direction and maintaining a positive work environment.
Stay composed and work efficiently during high-volume dinner hours and busy service periods.
Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen.
Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.
Train and support kitchen staff (if applicable) to maintain quality and efficiency.
Manage inventory levels and minimize waste while upholding food quality.
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Chef or strong Sous Chef experience in a small or fine-dining setting.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a kitchen team.
The ability to consistently execute staple dishes while also developing creative specials.
Strong organizational skills to run a small, efficient kitchen.
Ability to work independently and adapt to a reservation-based service model.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer:
A welcoming, family-orientated work environment in a well-established restaurant.
The opportunity to preserve tradition while adding your own creative touch to the menu.
A leadership role with the opportunity to take ownership of the kitchen.
A supportive and close-knit team environment.
Competitive pay based on experience.
Predictable hours offer a better work-life balance.
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If you are a strong leader who takes pride in great food and wants to be part of a restaurant with a rich history and loyal customer base, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person