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LaCoco's Pizza

Head Chef

LaCoco's Pizza, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60632

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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off

A pub chef is a culinary professional responsible for preparing and cooking food in a pub setting, focusing on traditional and contemporary pub dishes. Their responsibilities include menu planning, kitchen hygiene, food preparation, and staff management, requiring skills in creativity, efficiency, and a strong understanding of food safety regulations to manage a fast-paced kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities

Menu Creation: Learning and modifying our current creations Developing and executing menus that often feature both classic and modern pub Fare

Food Preparation: Cooking and plating dishes to a high standard for customers. Over seeing current team members to make sure our quality is being delivered on every plate

Kitchen Management: Overseeing kitchen operations in both our carry-out Dine-in and Catering, maintaining food hygiene and safety standards, and managing inventory and supplies.

Staff Leadership: Mentoring and managing kitchen staff, guiding them to produce consistent and high-quality food. Required Skills

Culinary Expertise: A strong foundation in cooking techniques and a passion for creating flavorful and appealing dishes. Give your own flare to a currently very high volume an successful operation

Organizational Skills:

The ability to manage kitchen tasks efficiently, especially in a busy, high-volume environment. We have over 60 staff members

Leadership:

Skills to inspire and guide a kitchen team, ensuring consistent quality and a positive work environment. Work with other management to schedule and place our staff according to budget and experience

Creativity:

The ability to develop new dishes and adapt menus to include seasonal or local ingredients.

This is key to what we are looking for.

Food Safety Knowledge:

A thorough understanding of food hygiene regulations and safe practices in the kitchen Must have all proper food handling and sanitation licensing.