Chef

A Cactus Club Cafe Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, and more specifically:

• Motivates kitchen staff to ensure that Every Customer Leaves Happy™
• Serves consistently excellent food to our exact specifications and within our time standards
• Cooks on line, working various stations
• Supervises food safety through HACCP guidelines
• Manages food, labour and other kitchen-related costs
• Oversees inventory and ordering, tracking total purchases, meeting budget targets and conducting food cost analysis
• Manages prep inventory and audits, reviews counts, and ensures quality
• Supervises menu rollouts and product updates, including training and quality control
• Implements repair and maintenance programs for kitchen equipment
• Recruits quality culinary professionals, using effective hiring methods, and promoting continuous hiring
• Produces quality candidates for future leadership positions to support our future growth plans
• Communicates kitchen standards to front-of-house staff
• Provides creative input and menu feedback to Operations

Attributes

• Leads by example
• Handles pressure well in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Is well organized with excellent multi-tasking skills
• Has effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrates a professional attitude and fosters a fun and positive working environment
• Is committed to the professional development of all kitchen staff
• Ensures superior levels of customer service and is committed to ensuring that Every Customer Leaves Happy™
• Has a minimum two years of kitchen leadership experience in a high volume kitchen