We are seeking an ambitious, hard-working, and passionate Chef de Cuisine to join the team!


Position Summary

The Chef de Cuisine is a leader responsible for the health and wealth of the restaurant. Responsible for all kitchen functions, including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards, sanitation & cleanliness, training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion, and cost control. This job can potentially cover both DC & Rehoboth restaurants, depending on skill and availability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Equinox Restaurant.

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of the kitchen and food production areas ensuring safety, quality, recipe accuracy, and financial profitability.

• Ensure that all needs of guests are accommodated.

• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.

• Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules and upkeep of kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas.

• Manage P&L, food cost, and inventory.

• Ability to order products within budget.

• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services.

• Collaborate with other personnel to develop recipes, plan, and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare standard recipe cards for all new items.

• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the outlet s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.

Essential Competencies

• judgment

• decision-making

• problem-solving

• organizing and planning

• resource allocation and management

• delegation

• communication

• attention to detail

• Coaching

• multi-tasking

• stress tolerance

• team member

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

• Health Care opportunities after 90 days

• Paid Time Off

• Opportunities for rapid career growth and advancement

• Merit-based recognition and rewards

• Family environment & hands-on owner operators

• Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued

• The Rehoboth restaurant offers available housing accommodations