Job Summary

Ensure all food meets the highest quality standards and is served promptly while leading kitchen operations to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead menu planning and design plating presentations to enhance dish appeal and customer satisfaction
• Coordinate and assist kitchen staff to optimize workflow and maintain service efficiency
• Hire and train kitchen personnel to ensure consistent preparation and cooking of menu items
• Manage inventory by stocktaking ingredients and equipment, and placing timely orders to maintain supply levels
• Enforce safety and sanitation best practices to uphold kitchen hygiene and regulatory compliance
• Develop new recipes to innovate and refresh the menu regularly, aligning with industry trends
• Monitor industry trends to incorporate relevant innovations into menu offerings
• Collect and analyze feedback from restaurant staff and patrons to implement improvements and resolve issues
• Communicate effectively with team members to foster a collaborative and high-performing kitchen environment
• Maintain exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety under high-pressure conditions
• Manage availability to work on-call, shifts, after hours, weekends, and holidays to support operational needs

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Qualification from a culinary school
• 5+ years of experience in a similar position
• In-depth knowledge of food principles and best practices
• Passion for creating food that delights and attracts customers
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Experience managing inventories and stocktaking