Chef

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

CASA AZTECA in Mooresville, NC, is seeking an Executive Chef passionate about authentic Mexican cuisine and culinary excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills to manage kitchen operations, ensure food quality, and train staff. Responsibilities include overseeing dish preparation, managing inventory, and developing new menu items. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for growth within the company. Flexible scheduling will be required, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an executive chef or in a similar role, preferably in Mexican cuisine.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and gastronomic trends.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to quality, customer service, and teamwork.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and oversee the preparation of dishes according to CASA AZTECA’s quality standards.
• Ensure the authenticity and consistency of flavors and presentations.
• Supervise and train the kitchen staff while promoting a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and waste to optimize operations.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Collaborate in developing new dishes and special menus.
• Address and resolve issues related to daily kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise in Mexican cuisine

Organization

Problem-solving

Job description

At CASA AZTECA, a Mexican restaurant located in Mooresville, NC, we are looking for an Executive Chef who shares our passion for authentic Mexican cuisine and a commitment to culinary excellence. The ideal candidate will be creative, possess strong leadership skills, and uphold values such as respect, responsibility, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and oversee the preparation of dishes according to CASA AZTECA’s quality standards.
• Ensure the authenticity and consistency of flavors and presentations.
• Supervise and train the kitchen staff while promoting a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and waste to optimize operations.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Collaborate in developing new dishes and special menus.
• Address and resolve issues related to daily kitchen operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an executive chef or similar role, preferably in Mexican cuisine.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and gastronomic trends.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to quality, customer service, and teamwork.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

We Offer

• A dynamic and motivating work environment.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you are a chef passionate about Mexican gastronomy and want to lead a team of culinary excellence, we want to meet you. Join CASA AZTECA and be part of a unique culinary experience!

En CASA AZTECA, un restaurante mexicano ubicado en Mooresville, NC, estamos buscando un Chef Ejecutivo que comparta nuestra pasión por la auténtica comida mexicana y el compromiso con la excelencia culinaria. El candidato ideal deberá ser creativo, tener habilidades de liderazgo y mantener valores como el respeto, la responsabilidad y el trabajo en equipo.

Responsabilidades principales

• Diseñar, planificar y supervisar la preparación de los platillos siguiendo los estándares de calidad de CASA AZTECA.
• Garantizar la autenticidad y consistencia de los sabores y presentaciones.
• Supervisar y capacitar al equipo de cocina, promoviendo un ambiente de respeto y colaboración.
• Gestionar inventarios, costos de alimentos y desperdicios para optimizar la operación.
• Mantener los más altos estándares de higiene y seguridad en la cocina.
• Colaborar en el desarrollo de nuevos platillos y menús especiales.
• Resolver problemas relacionados con la operación diaria de la cocina.

Requisitos

• Experiencia comprobable como chef ejecutivo o en un puesto similar, preferiblemente en cocina mexicana.
• Conocimiento avanzado de técnicas culinarias, ingredientes y tendencias gastronómicas.
• Habilidades de liderazgo, organización y resolución de problemas.
• Compromiso con la calidad, el servicio al cliente y el trabajo en equipo.
• Disponibilidad para trabajar horarios flexibles, incluyendo fines de semana y días festivos.

Ofrecemos

• Un ambiente de trabajo dinámico y motivador.
• Oportunidades de crecimiento dentro de la empresa.
• Salario competitivo y beneficios.

Si eres un chef apasionado por la gastronomía mexicana y deseas liderar un equipo culinario de excelencia, queremos conocerte. ¡Únete a CASA AZTECA y sé parte de una experiencia culinaria única!