Overview
A Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the operations of a commissary kitchen, which is a centralized kitchen that produces and distributes food to multiple branches and/or stores of the company. As a Head Chef, your primary duties include planning menus, developing recipes, supervising and training staff, managing inventory, ensuring food quality and safety, and maintaining kitchen equipment.
Responsibilities
- Plan menus and develop recipes for the commissary kitchen.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff; delegate tasks and ensure adherence to standards.
- Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls; monitor waste and optimize portioning.
- Ensure food quality, safety, and adherence to relevant regulations and procedures.
- Maintain and operate kitchen equipment and facilities; coordinate maintenance as needed.
- Collaborate with branches and stores to meet demand and timelines.
Qualifications
- Finished college or any commissary/culinary related vocational graduate.
- At least two (5) years work experience in the same role, in the same capacity.
- Familiar with professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders, sheeters and other daily use; experienced with cutting tools and cookware.
- Certification in cooking is a plus.
- Understanding of food safety practices.
- Ability to multi-task and respond to requests in a timely manner.
- Ability to work with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
- Reliable and adaptable; willing to learn.
- Team-oriented with a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; physically fit.
Additional Information
Working location: If the position requires you to work overseas, please be vigilant and beware of fraud. If you encounter an employer who: withholds your ID, requires you to provide a guarantee or collects property, please report it immediately.