Catering Head Chef (housing available) come work at the beach!

We are seeking a creative and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in the culinary arts. The focus of our business is Drop Off caters as well as On Site catering events. As we are not a Dine In restaurant, the pace of the kitchen is not under a lunch/dinner rush type of environment.

Duties:

- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, food production, and quality control

- Follow recipes and prepare food according to company standard and established dishes

- Lead and mentor kitchen staff to ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation as well as cook on the line and train fellow staff members.

- Manage inventory, ordering, while watching cost control to meet budgetary goals

- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards

- Collaborate with the event coordinator to accommodate special dietary needs

- Help plan and execute banquet events with precision and creativity

- Able to manage a timeline for an event from start to finish ensuring proper execution of menu chosen by the clients

- Delegating multiple tasks, good communication and leadership skills

- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

- Have an amazing attitude, leaving problems at home and respecting other staff members and management.

Qualifications:

- Preferred experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a restaurant or Catering business, 4 years in culinary industry required

- Strong knowledge of food service management, including menu development and cost control

- Proficiency in food preparation techniques and culinary trends

- General understanding of banquet operations and catering services

- Certification in food safety and sanitation practices

- Excellent communication and leadership skills

If you are a talented chef with leadership skills and a dedication to a positive working atmosphere, we invite you to join our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20 to $30/hr based on experience

Housing: Housing is available within a 5 minute drive of work.

Shift:

Shift hours depend on the schedule, 5 days per week is usually standard throughout the season.

Experience:

Culinary experience: 4 years (Required)

Head Chef: min 1 years (Preferred)