The Chef de Cuisine at Absteak by Chef Akira Back is a dynamic culinary leader responsible for crafting and executing an innovative culinary vision, ensuring exceptional kitchen operations, and upholding the highest standards of food quality and safety. This natural leader fosters a culture of excellence within the culinary team, emphasizing the core value of 'TEAM.' With a focus on financial stewardship, the Executive Chef manages budgets, implements cost-effective measures, and ensures optimal profitability. This role involves meticulous quality assurance, guest experience enhancement, supplier relations, and reporting directly to Chef Akira on kitchen performance. The Executive Chef is a key contributor to the restaurant's success, embodying a passion for culinary excellence, genuine connections, and teamwork.
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This job description is a summary of duties; however, it is by no means an all-inclusive list. It is merely a broad guide to expected duties of the position.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Culinary Leadership:
- Develop and execute an innovative culinary vision aligned with the restaurant's brand and target audience.
- Curate and refresh seasonal menus, showcasing creativity while ensuring profitability.
Operational Excellence:
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring precision in food preparation, cooking techniques, and plate presentation.
- Uphold uncompromising standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
- Effectively manage kitchen staff, from recruitment to performance optimization.
Quality Assurance:
- Conduct meticulous inspections to guarantee adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation aesthetics.
- Implement and monitor inventory control procedures, overseeing procurement to guarantee ingredient freshness and quality.
Financial Stewardship:
- Develop, manage, and optimize kitchen budgets, exercising financial prudence in food, labor, and operational expenditures.
- Introduce cost-effective measures to enhance kitchen efficiency without compromising culinary standards.
Collaborative Engagement:
- Collaborate closely with the restaurant management team to plan and execute special events, promotions, and thematic culinary experiences.
- Cultivate robust relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure a consistent supply of premium ingredients.
Talent Development:
- Foster a culture of excellence, providing leadership and mentorship to kitchen staff.
- Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of the culinary team.
Innovation and Industry Awareness:
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging ingredients, and cutting-edge culinary techniques.
- Continuously seek opportunities to elevate the restaurant's culinary reputation and offerings.
IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THE POSITION WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES:
- Accountability
- Development
- Working relationships
- Judgment
- Leadership
- decision-making
- problem analysis and problem-solving
- planning and organizing
- resource management
- stress tolerance
- high energy level
- Quality of work
- Job skills knowledge
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Punctuality
- Adherence to Policy
- Verbal communication
- Attitude
- Appearance
- Teamwork
- Guest satisfaction
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- Valid Driver’s License
- 21+ years of age
- California Manager Food Handlers Card
- Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
WORKING KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of three (3) years of service experience in a fine dining restaurant (preferably in a similar dining concept)
- Above average skill in math and algebraic equations using percentages
- Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office, iOS, POS systems (Computer literacy)
- Proven track record as an Executive Chef or in a comparable leadership role within a high-volume, upscale dining establishment.
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification from a recognized institution.
