Master Chef

Stephanie Lilly; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Stockholms län is seeking an experienced Head Chef to control the food preparation process and manage kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in kitchen management, outstanding leadership skills, and a degree in culinary science. This role promises a dynamic environment with opportunities to innovate culinary offerings and enhance the dining experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef.
• Exceptional ability in kitchen management.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process.
• Oversee the work of subordinates.
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients.
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients.
• Oversee the work of kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Culinary trends knowledge

Computer program proficiency

Education

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Health and safety training

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

• Controlling and directing the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Constructing menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approving and “polishing” dishes before they reach the customer

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers

Requirements

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate