What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef position at West End Kitchen and Bar?
Description
Are you a dynamic and energetic culinary professional capable of leading a team and providing our guests with an exceptional dining experience? Our popular restaurant seeks a skilled executive chef who can create innovative menus and dishes, supervise all food leaving the kitchen, and ensure health and safety requirements are followed. Our ideal candidate is not only responsible for the food but is a creative leader capable of hiring and developing exceptional culinary talent to provide diners with the highest levels of quality. Experience as an executive chef or a high-performing sous chef is required. Apply now if you're ready to bring your passion for food to our fantastic team!
Responsibilities
- Supervise all food preparation in the kitchen, including procedures, portioning, garnishing, and ensure that all meals and dishes are attractively presented
- Make decisions for daily culinary operations, including exceeding guest expectations and increasing revenue and profit
- Recruit, train, and lead all kitchen personnel while instilling a sense of teamwork through positive feedback, mentoring, and support
- Provide guidance and direction to staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance to make the kitchen run efficiently
- Combine diverse ingredients in a unique way to create new and distinctive menu items and specials
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