Head Chef

Job Summary

We are an Italian restaurant seeking a passionate and driven individual to manage kitchen operations, lead menu planning, and ensure high food quality and hygiene standards in an open kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise in Italian cuisine to prepare and present dishes in an open kitchen setting
• Manage daily kitchen operations by coordinating with chefs at all levels to ensure smooth workflow
• Organize food production processes to achieve cost-effectiveness and maintain hygiene standards
• Prepare menus based on ingredient quality, availability, and seasonality, ensuring daily and weekly market lists are completed
• Assist in formulating, coordinating, and supervising menu planning and implementation to meet restaurant standards
• Maintain and continuously improve food quality standards and presentation to enhance customer satisfaction
• Manage the kitchen efficiently according to established concept statements and operational guidelines
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints promptly to uphold service excellence
• Oversee work progress to verify compliance with safety protocols and quality standards
• Requisition and estimate stock, materials, supplies, and equipment needed for kitchen operations
• Take responsibility for enforcing safety and food hygiene practices to ensure a safe working environment