The Assistant Room Chef is responsible for overseeing all operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service. This role requires maintaining a positive and professional working relationship with the Room Chef and all team members. In the absence of the Room Chef, the Assistant Room Chef assumes full responsibility for managing the restaurant. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional culinary knowledge and possess the ability to train and guide staff in performing essential functions to uphold quality standards.
Expert-level knowledge of all line positions and stations of all culinary departments
Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
Ability to train and coach others through demonstration and guidance
Support onboarding and cross-training of hourly culinary staff
Ability to follow standardized recipes as well as improvise
Excellent knowledge of all Line Cook positions
Excellent knowledge of plate presentation, preparation methods, products
Knowledge of proper product rotation procedures
Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively in English
Knowledge of use, cleaning, and breakdown of equipment
Good working knowledge of computer software to include MS Word, Excel
Culinary degree and/or equivalent professional experience preferred
Prior lead or senior cook experience preferred
Minimum 7 years of progressive culinary experience across multiple stations
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
GUEST SERVICE (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL) STANDARDS: Employee is required to meet and deliver our core values, service standards, and family style service.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to provide internal/ external guests with service excellence, have excellent communication skills and observation skills, and have an easygoing demeanor to ensure a fun and safe environment for our guests. Above average speech - both speaking and reading/writing English. Need excellent interpersonal skills. Work requires schedule flexibility which may include days off, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Maintain a strong working relationship with the Room Chef and all team members to promote a collaborative environment.
Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to recipes.
Train, mentor, and guide kitchen staff on proper techniques, safety procedures, and best practices.
Check all storage areas daily communicating any problems in food storage, receiving, handling, and temperature control
Manage inventory levels, assist with ordering supplies, and minimize waste through effective planning.
Assume full responsibility for the restaurant in the absence of the Room Chef, including staff supervision and operational decision-making.
Assist Room Chef in the operation of the venue's budget, staffing, scheduling and menu planning
Always maintain a high level of professionalism
Inspect all shift employees as to adherence to dress code, sanitation, and work habits
Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission and vision
Exemplify our DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) culture
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Maintain a strong working relationship with the Room Chef and all team members to promote a collaborative environment.
Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to recipes.
Train, mentor, and guide kitchen staff on proper techniques, safety procedures, and best practices.
Check all storage areas daily communicating any problems in food storage, receiving, handling, and temperature control
Manage inventory levels, assist with ordering supplies, and minimize waste through effective planning.
Assume full responsibility for the restaurant in the absence of the Room Chef, including staff supervision and operational decision-making.
Assist Room Chef in the operation of the venue's budget, staffing, scheduling and menu planning
Always maintain a high level of professionalism
Inspect all shift employees as to adherence to dress code, sanitation, and work habits
Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission and vision
Exemplify our DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) culture
Performs other job-related duties as assigned