Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
* Kitchen Operations Management:
* Oversee daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards for Tawouk sandwiches, burgers, and all other menu items.
* Monitor food production to minimize waste and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
* Implement and enforce proper food handling, storage, and rotation procedures.
* Ensure all kitchen equipment is functioning correctly and maintained regularly.
* Manage kitchen workflow during peak hours to ensure timely order fulfillment.
* Staff Management and Development:
* Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and communication.
* Address staff concerns and resolve conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
* Quality and Hygiene Standards:
* Ensure strict adherence to all food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP principles).
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
* Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
* Implement and monitor proper cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment.
* Menu and Recipe Adherence:
* Ensure all staff consistently follow standardized recipes and preparation methods for Tawouk sandwiches, burgers, and other menu items.
* Provide training and retraining as needed to maintain consistency in product quality.
* Problem Solving:
* Proactively identify and resolve kitchen-related issues, such as equipment malfunctions, staffing shortages, or quality control problems.
* Handle customer feedback related to food quality or preparation in a professional manner.
* Collaboration:
* Work closely with the restaurant Manager to achieve restaurant goals and objectives.
* Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth order flow and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience (3+ years) as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role in a fast-food or casual dining environment.
* Demonstrated expertise in preparing and cooking fast-food items, particularly Tawouk sandwiches and burgers.
* Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices (HACCP certification preferred).
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
* Proficient in inventory management and cost control techniques.
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
* High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
* Ability to work in a hot and noisy kitchen environment.
* Manual dexterity and coordination for food preparation.
* Kitchen Operations Management:
* Oversee daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards for Tawouk sandwiches, burgers, and all other menu items.
* Monitor food production to minimize waste and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
* Implement and enforce proper food handling, storage, and rotation procedures.
* Ensure all kitchen equipment is functioning correctly and maintained regularly.
* Manage kitchen workflow during peak hours to ensure timely order fulfillment.
* Staff Management and Development:
* Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and communication.
* Address staff concerns and resolve conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
* Quality and Hygiene Standards:
* Ensure strict adherence to all food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP principles).
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
* Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
* Implement and monitor proper cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment.
* Menu and Recipe Adherence:
* Ensure all staff consistently follow standardized recipes and preparation methods for Tawouk sandwiches, burgers, and other menu items.
* Provide training and retraining as needed to maintain consistency in product quality.
* Problem Solving:
* Proactively identify and resolve kitchen-related issues, such as equipment malfunctions, staffing shortages, or quality control problems.
* Handle customer feedback related to food quality or preparation in a professional manner.
* Collaboration:
* Work closely with the restaurant Manager to achieve restaurant goals and objectives.
* Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth order flow and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience (3+ years) as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role in a fast-food or casual dining environment.
* Demonstrated expertise in preparing and cooking fast-food items, particularly Tawouk sandwiches and burgers.
* Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices (HACCP certification preferred).
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
* Proficient in inventory management and cost control techniques.
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
* High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
* Ability to work in a hot and noisy kitchen environment.
* Manual dexterity and coordination for food preparation.
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