What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Chef position at Whole and Nourished?
Do you love creating delicious meals using high-quality ingredients? Are you dedicated to enhancing operations and productivity within a culinary environment? Do you possess a keen eye for detail and a knack for creating streamlined systems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Whole and Nourished is a local, fully prepared meal delivery service based in Belgrade. We love making it easy for busy professionals and families to eat well, support local and reduce waste.
We are seeking a Kitchen Manager/Head Chef. There's potential for the right individual to become a business partner in the future.
As our Kitchen Manager/Head Chef, you'll be the backbone of our kitchen operations, handling everything from meal prep and cooking to packaging and inventory on a weekly basis. Your mission? Maintaining top-notch food quality and hygiene standards while continuously improving our systems. We need someone reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to dive in.
*This is a great opportunity for an experienced cook who thrives in a healthy and collaborative work environment.
DUTIES
• Executing recipes for 7-8 items weekly, managing prep, cooking, cooling, and packaging processes
• Creating new recipes to add to our library of over 400 menu items
• Developing and adhering to a weekly prep schedule, considering staff capabilities and efficiency
• Ensuring kitchen cleanliness and organization is upheld consistently throughout the day
• Supervising a team of 4-5 kitchen staff members
• Managing inventory and controlling food costs
• Establishing and refining systems to enhance operational efficiency
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of 3 years of professional cooking experience, culinary degree preferable
• Availability on Saturday - Tuesday, approximately 6 am to 4 pm. 7 am start also possible. Some flexibility with weekend days, but Monday-Tuesday is required.
• Proven experience as a chef or other leadership role
• ServSafe Manager certification preferred; the course will be provided upon hiring if necessary
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing practices preferred, or a strong willingness to learn them
WHAT WE OFFER
• Starting wage of $25-$30/hour (dependent on experience). We are also open to talking about a salaried position.
• 40% off on purchased meals – savor our high-quality food at home!
• 10-hour workday schedule - enjoy 3 days off every week!
• Join a friendly, experienced and engaging team.
• Opportunity for the ideal candidate to evolve into a prospective business partner
ABOUT OUR KITCHEN
We're not your typical high-stress kitchen - more like a well-oiled machine than a chaotic frenzy. Despite cranking out loads of food in a short time, we're all about refining our systems for maximum efficiency. And as the newest member of our team, you'll play a key role in that ongoing improvement. You will be expected to adhere to established standards, utilize checklists, and actively contribute to our ethos of continuous improvement.
LEARN MORE ABOUT US
Visit our website at www.wholeandnourished.com to discover more about our passion for wholesome food and connection to our community. Please feel free to reach out with questions.
INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM? Please email your resume and tell us why you're interested in working with us. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated manager to the Whole and Nourished family.
Salary : $25 - $30