We are looking for a professional chef to ensure the quality of food items. The chef should be able to complete a variety of creative, organizational and leadership tasks to ensure a kitchen runs optimally and patrons’ meals are satisfactory.

Our focus is to serve the highest standard of Italian-American food possible, taking inspiration from mediterranean cultures whilst only using the best of seasonal ingredients. We are looking for a chef who will help us achieve that aim.We’re offering a great opportunity for anyone who wants to both learn and create, feels that they have outgrown their current role and excels with responsibility. As a chef at Luciano's you will be relied upon for ideas and contributions towards recipes and techniques, as well as for the administration and management of the kitchen. Any experience of cooking Italian- Amercian food would be favourable but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Developing unique and cuisine-appropriate menus
• Collaborating with the Restaurant Manager to set item prices
• Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry
• Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations
• Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors
• Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery
• Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques
• Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Skills

• Expert knowledge of the restaurant or organization’s cuisine
• Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavor pairings and other cooking best practices
• Ability to develop unique recipes
• Current knowledge of trends in the restaurant industry
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local food handling regulations
• Comfortable training, directing and supervising kitchen staff
• Exceptional leadership skills, including motivation and goal-setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management and organization

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person