HEAD CHEF

Position Purpose:

• Prepare Authentic Japanese Cuisine

• Lead the kitchen operation team to prepare and deliver quality menu in accordance to concept offering.

• Oversee the implementation of processes and guidelines in Kitchen Operations

• Train & develop kitchen staff in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards.

• Position kitchen staff according to operation needs to maximize kitchen efficiencies.

• Manage quality and level of kitchen inventory as well as products delivered from suppliers.

• Understand food cost models and how these impact the profitability of the restaurants.

Responsibilities:

• Menu Execution and Delivery

• Understand food cost models and how these impact profitability of restaurants

• Supervise stations to deliver orders in accordance to defined cooking processes, recipe and health & safety standard

• Conduct final check on finished product to ensure that food quality and presentation are in accordance to specifications of the menu

• Kitchen Processes and Concept Development

• Manage kitchen inventory levels and quality by placing orders for all food and kitchen supplies based on projected store demand endorsed by chef; and upon delivery, check to ensure quality of delivered supplies

• To support the projection and ordering of food and kitchen supplies by providing inventory report detailing usage & stock level, wastage and product shelf life while considering sales pattern and kitchen storage capacity

• Oversee the setting up and cleaning of stations by staff

• Oversee workflow for stations to ensure that processes adhered to specifications and guide line and to provide recommendations to improve efficiency

• Quality Assurance & Control

• Investigate causes and reasons for customer complaints pertaining to food quality

• Oversee operations to ensure compliance with all safety procedures and guidelines

• Oversee preparation of all food in accordance to SOPs to ensure and maintain consistent food quality

• Oversee overall kitchen cleanliness and sanitary conditions and to ensure all kitchen equipment are in good working condition

• Take corrective actions to resolve unsafe and/or non-compliant conditions and behaviors regarding personal and food safety

• People Management

• Lead team by providing guidance, support and motivation

• Conduct induction for new hires to provide them with the necessary skills and information to carry out roles and functions

• Train and develop kitchen and kaiten staffs in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards while adhering to SOPs and workplace safety practices

• Carry out team management activities, including and not limited to appraisals, handling disciplinary issues and holding communication sessions in conjunction with immediate supervisor

• Carry out team management conversation with team members, including and not limited to doing appraisals and personal improvement plans in conjunction with immediate supervisor

Requirement:

• Must be able to speak fluent Japanese