Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Salary$60,000 - $78,000 a year Available shifts 10 hour shift, Weekend availability, Holidays Job Type Full-time Qualifications * Chef: 2 years (Required) Benefits Pulled from the full job description 401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending accountShow 4 more benefitsFull Job Description *Job Description - Chef* *Reports To* * General Manager *Supervises/Oversees* * Sous Chef / KM (s) * All HOH Hourly positions *Purpose *Provides Leadership at restaurant level.
Manages the day-to-day operations and strategic vision of the kitchen operations in the restaurant.
Develops, directs, and supervises Sous Chefs, KM’s and hourly Team Members to ensure consistent execution of Home Plate quality standards, operating systems, procedure, philosophies, and culture.
*Key Accountabilities* * Holds themselves and their team accountable for consistent delivery of Home Plate quality standards, operating systems/ procedures, sanitation, and safety regulations/requirements.
* Is a positive role model who actively influences the behavior of others to ensure Home Plate values are reflected in daily practice, promoting a healthy work environment and outstanding guest experience.
* Mentor and develop the Management team, as well as assist Managers in developing Hourly Staff to support the organizations talent pipeline and drive growth.
* Achieve business plan and goals through effective financial management.
* Ensure that the physical operation is properly maintained.
* Represent, support, and protect the Home Plate brand.
*Responsibilities* *Quality Standards* * Teach and coach Management team on maintaining Home Plate standards for Service, Food and Beverage.
* Actively monitors food quality to ensure adherence with Home Plate standards.
Provide timely feedback to Managers and Hourly staff, and lead action to correct any issues.
* Oversee the heart of the house and ensure it is operating efficiently while maintaining food quality and sanitation standards.
* Ensure line checks and production are both completed in compliance with Home Plate systems and standards.
* Promotes our mission and guiding values; sets the standard for the restaurant through leadership by example (Showtime Mgmt.
and understanding by team members of Home Plate values).
*Job Description - Chef Jun-18 1* *Operations* * Maintain Full and properly trained staff to operate restaurant effectively.
* Ensure 100% staffing to Master schedules for all shifts.
* Handles all Guest allergies with the utmost care and caution and is ultimately responsible for ensuring our Guests receive “safe” meals.
* Ensure that all SOP’s are in place and adhered to.
* Uphold restaurant safety, sanitation, and security standards at all times, including handling chemicals safely.
Complete accident reports promptly.
* Ensure that all operations, recipe, specifications books, and training materials are current and maintained.
* Ensure building, equipment, furniture, and fixtures are in good repair, clean and maintained on a regular basis.
* Maintain professional restaurant and Team Member image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.
* Responsible for rolling out new menus, products, and promotions.
* Facilitate complete and ongoing communication among key stakeholders for all operational issues, concerns, or changes.
*Financial Management* * Manages and makes adjustments to labor on a shift-to-shift basis while ensuring we don’t harm the Guest experience.
* Oversees and conducts the inventory, purchasing, receiving, and storage of Company specified products.
* Manages variances within Company standards.
* Achieves budgeted sales and profits goals.
* Analyzes results and strategizes for Heart of the House.
* Reports plan and results in a timely and accurate manner.
* Demonstrates and coaches overall P & L awareness and accountability.
*People* * Manage the hiring, supervision, and development of staff.
* Oversees the scheduling of Team Members following Master Scheduling guidelines while eliminating Team Member overtime and reducing turnover.
* Manages new hires and changes of status for Team Members to ensure accurate and timely payroll and record-keeping.
* Trains, coaches, and counsels staff.
When necessary, manage employee discipline (which may include terminations).
* Evaluates Team Member performance regularly through one-on-ones and action planning prioritizing based on performance gaps.
* Actively assist in the identification, development and promotion of key talent through sponsorship of high potential players and participation in and support of company provided training programs and initiatives.
*Job Description - Chef * * Ensure all training materials, schedules and guidelines are being followed.
* Build a culture of transparency and trust through ongoing direct, and open two-way feedback with team.
* Clearly communicate to all Team Members and members of the Management team.
* Ensures a harassment-free environment for all Team Members and Managers.
* Monitor restaurant staff morale.
Take action to correct breakdowns in employee satisfaction and engagement.
*Qualifications* * Minimum 2 years’ experience working as General Manager in a similar restaurant concept or successful Assistant General Manager with Home Plate.
* Demonstrated track record of strong leadership and ability to lead high performing teams.
* Demonstrated ability to obtain results through others.
* Demonstrated ability to achieve positive financial results * Is genuinely hospitable, warm, sensitive, and polite to our Guests.
* Exhibits a neat, clean, and professional image at all times.
* Excellent leadership and motivational skills.
* Excellent interpersonal/listening/communication skills * Excellent problem resolution/Guest recovery skills.
* Attention to detail and analytical skills.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage workload with minimum direction.
* Inspires cooperation and teamwork through self-confidence, positive attitude, and enthusiasm.
* Remains positive and calm under stressful conditions.
* High -level organizational skills.
* Experienced and proficient in the use of basic computer technology (i.
e.
, POS systems, Microsoft Office programs, etc.
).
* Strong commitment to serving others.
* Dependable, trustworthy.
* Commits to professional and personal self-development.
*Physical Requirements* * Sufficient mobility including, but not limited to bending, turning, twisting upper body, reaching.
* Able to transport and carry objects (such as cases of product and food plates) up to 50 pounds.
* Able to maintain a clean dining room and pick up any debris off the floor in all areas of the restaurant.
* Able to work while standing and moving at a rapid pace as the job requires.
* Able to complete the job functions in a variety of temperature ranges, including cold temperatures in the cooler/freezer and warm temperatures in the kitchen area.
* Meet any federal, state, county, or municipal regulations pertaining to the service of food and beverages.
*Job Description - Chef Jun-18 3* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.
00 - $78,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Food provided * Health insurance * Paid time off Physical Setting: * Casual dining restaurant Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Holidays * Weekend availability Supplemental Pay: * Bonus pay COVID-19 considerations: We require all new hires to be fully vaccinated as defined by the CDC.
Experience: * Chef: 2 years (Required) * Management: 2 years (Required) Work Location: One location Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.
00 - $80,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 3 years Pay rate: * Yearly pay Shift: * Day shift * Night shift Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Weekly day range: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work setting: * Casual dining restaurant Experience: * Culinary experience: 4 years (Preferred) * Cooking: 4 years (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Taunton, MA 02780: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person