What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Chef position at The Polished Chef?
Job details
February 14th - Richmond VA
2 Person - 4 Course Plated Dinner - Menu & Recipes will be provided
Chef is responsible for groceries shopping (will be reimbursed)
Arrive 2 hours before dinner service - Everything is made on sight from scratch - Set the table - Prepare & plate the meal - Clean up after the event.
Contractor Position
$125 per job Gratuity/Tip
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Job description
We are looking for a Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our customers. Chef responsibilities include studying recipes, working directly under the head chef with menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. If you have experience with advanced cooking techniques and non-traditional ingredients, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you’ll prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our guests.
Responsibilities
- Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
- Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
- Cook food in a timely manner
- Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
- Inform wait staff about daily specials
- Ensure appealing plate presentation
- Supervise Cooks and assist as needed
- Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
- Monitor food stock and place orders
- Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
- Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area
Skills
- Proven work experience as a Chef
- Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment
- Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
- Leadership skills
- Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
- Excellent time management abilities
- Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
- Familiarity with sanitation regulations
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $125.00 per day
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
Salary : $125
