Head ChefHead Chef

<p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Overview:</strong></span></p><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The <strong><em>Head Chef</em></strong> leads daily culinary operations, balancing creative menu development with disciplined kitchen management. Responsible for executing the establishment's culinary vision, this role directly manages kitchen staff, food safety, vendor relationships, and cost controls. The Chef de Cuisine maintains standard-setting consistency on every plate while fostering an efficient, professional, and collaborative culinary environment.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>What we have to offer:</strong></span></p><ul class="list-node"><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Competitive compensation</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Complimentary meal while on shift</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Opportunities for career advancement</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Free parking</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Company-wide events</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Playground Cares volunteer opportunities</span></p></li></ul><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></span></p><ul class="list-node"><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Culinary Development:</u> Conceptualize, test, and implement seasonal menus and daily specials that reflect current culinary trends and brand identity.&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Service Supervision:</u> Oversee prep, cook stations, and plating during service to ensure precise flavour, presentation, and quality control.&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Team Leadership &amp; Mentorship:</u> Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen assistants while supporting career growth.&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Cost &amp; Inventory Management:</u> Monitor food and labour costs, manage physical inventory, minimize kitchen waste, and order supplies within budget constraints.</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Food Safety &amp; Compliance:</u> Enforce strict hygiene standards, health department regulations, and kitchen safety practices.</span></p></li><li><p class="text-node"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>Operational Collaboration:</u> Partner with front-of-house staff and management to maintain seamless service flow and handle special dietary requirements or guest requests</span></p></li></ul><p class="text-node"></p>