Core Responsibilities
Culinary Operations: Prepare, cook, and plate high-quality dishes consistently according to recipe standards.
Menu Development: Design balanced menus, develop new recipes, and feature seasonal ingredients while managing food costs.
Kitchen Hygiene & Safety: Enforce strict health, sanitation (HACCP), and safety regulations, ensuring proper food storage (FIFO) and cleanliness.
Inventory & Cost Control: Conduct regular inventory audits/stock takes, order supplies, manage vendor relationships, and minimize food waste.
Ad-Hoc & General Kitchen Duties: Perform dishwashing, deep-cleaning equipment, setting up/closing workstations, and supporting other kitchen tasks as operational needs require.
Key Coordinates: Works closely with Front-of-House (waitstaff) on orders and specials, and Management on food costs and kitchen operations.