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Chef de Cuisine | White Oak Tavern | Now Hiring (Greenwich Village)
Culinary Agents is working with the team at White Oak Tavern to connect them with talented hospitality professionals.
White Oak Tavern - Now Hiring: Chef de Cuisine
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Hey Chef! Are you tired of working for a boss that doesn't respect you or your time? Wish you were on a team that was awesome and truly enjoys the hospitality industry? Look no further, White Oak Tavern is the place to work, we work hard and have fun while we do it. We offer a great compensation package, including health insurance, dental & vision insurance and PTO. Please see below and if you feel you'd be a good fit for us, reach out to me and let's chat about your future.
CHEF DE CUISINE
The Chef De Cuisine (CDC) is responsible for managing all programs, systems, routines and standard operating procedures related to culinary operations of the kitchen. This accountability for the maintenance and implementation of the culinary program includes, but is not limited to, overseeing sales targets and cost control, supporting strategic research and development initiatives, recruiting, training and retaining kitchen staff, ordering/inventory support, providing world class customer service to both internal and external guests as well as maintaining all equipment and facilities. As an extremely efficient individual, with a passion for executing food excellence and hospitality, the Chef De Cuisine manages a strong kitchen by showcasing advanced business and culinary acumen.
Culture:
Epitomize all that Fox Lifestyle Hospitality Group’s culture represents (respect our guests, our product, our work family, our communities)
Infuse Fox Lifestyle Hospitality Group’s core values into all interactions, policies and programs (diversity, respect, authenticity, accountability, development, passion and kindness)
Outline concise, purpose-filled expectations and communicate in a fashion that feels clear, inclusive and fair
Strategic and detailed in future planning, level-headed in approach, consistent in messaging
Position Requirements & Responsibilities:
Finance
Ensure proper team member coverage per the needs of business for BOH while maintaining target labor costs
Ensure and be accountable for profitability of the restaurant by growing sales and controlling cost of goods
Maintain proper loss prevention standards
Operations
Serve as a reference point for questions on recipes, food specifics, presentation and food quality
Implement food preparation tactics that maximize efficiencies in your kitchen
Ensure the kitchen is set up for success with all tasks completed on time
Evaluate marketing line, measuring what’s ready to serve, what needs to be prepared, and any potential waste
Plan, execute and communicate all new dishes effectively and efficiently
Maintain a tight and orderly kitchen, including storage, labeling, preparation, and all safety protocols
Promote and practice safe work habits, identify and resolve potential safety hazards; Document accidents, conduct initial investigation(s) and determine root cause of safety incidents in the interest of maintaining a safe work environment; Train team to ensure compliance in all safety practices
Achieve and maintain the 'A' letter grade from the Health Department, holding your team accountable and role-modeling cleanliness from your tactics organizing the kitchen and all stations
Ensure an employee with a NY Department of Health & Mental Hygiene Food Protection Certificate is scheduled at all hours of operation
Ensure that all company drink and food recipes and procedures are followed, maintaining the highest quality and consistent product standards
Staff Management:
Lead your chefs in training team while delivering delicious food and great fiscal results
Identify staffing, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training needs of BOH hourly employees
Facilitate ongoing training and development of staff. Role model for outstanding service; continuously working to elevate service standards through training workshops and monitoring employee performance
In conjunction with Human Resources, provide performance improvement and discipline team members who do not follow company standards, ethics or culture
Actively give and receive both positive and critical feedback, in an open, reflective and healthy manner
Consistently monitor, coach and encourage team members to exceed the company service standards
Resolve team member or customer conflicts through company compliant handling procedure
Ensure that staff are in compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as city, state and federal laws
Build team spirit by fostering a work environment where team members are encouraged and valued
General
Able to lift 30+ lbs
Fluent in both written and spoken English; Preferred basic proficiency in spoken Spanish
Polished personal presentation: grooming meets company standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook
Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business
Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform job functions
Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress
Maintain general knowledge of company history, concept, location, transportation, Management team, etc.
Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Micros, ADP, and any additional systems used by Company; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system
Attend mandatory meetings including leadership meetings, staff meetings, etc.
Complete other duties as assigned by Leadership Team
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60 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA
$85,000-100,000/year
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