Senior Cook

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Cook to join our culinary team. The Senior Cook will play a key role in overseeing kitchen operations preparing highquality dishes and ensuring consistency in food preparation and presentation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of culinary techniques and food safety standards.

Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Prepare and cook highquality dishes according to the menu and restaurant standards.
  
• Ensure all food is cooked and presented in an appealing manner.
  
• Maintain consistency in taste portion size and presentation of dishes.
  

Kitchen Management:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including coordinating with other kitchen staff.
  
• Assign tasks and manage the workflow to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  
• Ensure the kitchen is clean organized and meets health and safety regulations.
  

Menu Development:

• Assist in developing and updating the menu including creating new recipes and specials.
  
• Ensure all menu items are prepared in accordance with established recipes and standards.
  

Inventory and Supplies:

• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies and place orders as needed.
  
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste.
  

Training and Mentorship:

• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff providing guidance and feedback to improve their skills.
  
• Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.
  

Quality Control:

• Conduct regular quality checks on ingredients and finished dishes to maintain high standards.
  
• Address any issues or discrepancies in food quality and presentation promptly.
  

Compliance:

• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
  
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained in good working condition.
  

Requirements

Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Prepare and cook highquality dishes according to the menu and restaurant standards.
  
• Ensure all food is cooked and presented in an appealing manner.
  
• Maintain consistency in taste portion size and presentation of dishes.
  

Kitchen Management:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including coordinating with other kitchen staff.
  
• Assign tasks and manage the workflow to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  
• Ensure the kitchen is clean organized and meets health and safety regulations.
  

Menu Development:

• Assist in developing and updating the menu including creating new recipes and specials.
  
• Ensure all menu items are prepared in accordance with established recipes and standards.
  

Inventory and Supplies:

• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies and place orders as needed.
  
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste.
  

Training and Mentorship:

• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff providing guidance and feedback to improve their skills.
  
• Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.
  

Quality Control:

• Conduct regular quality checks on ingredients and finished dishes to maintain high standards.
  
• Address any issues or discrepancies in food quality and presentation promptly.
  

Compliance:

• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
  
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained in good working condition.
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a cook or chef preferably in a senior or supervisory role.
  
• Indepth knowledge of culinary techniques recipes and kitchen operations.
  
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
  
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred.