Culinary Specialist: Menu & Prep Coordinator

Wet Willie's; T4 Indian Purchase Township (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Maine is seeking a dedicated Food Preparation Specialist to support daily kitchen operations.

You will plan meals in collaboration with the general manager, review menus before preparation, ensure adherence to all food procedures, and coordinate service with other departments. This role also assists with purchasing and inventory, and you will follow sanitation guidelines while becoming familiar with new menu items as they are introduced.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of culinary institute, military school or formal on-the-job training preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience required.
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes.
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements.
• Must have a Food Service Sanitation Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager
• Review menus prior to preparation of food
• Assure that all food procedures are followed
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply
• Follow all sanitation guidelines
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes

Skills

Cooking skills

Menu following

Food safety

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Wet Willie's in Maine is seeking a dedicated Food Preparation Specialist to support daily kitchen operations.

You will plan meals in collaboration with the general manager, review menus before preparation, ensure adherence to all food procedures, and coordinate service with other departments. This role also assists with purchasing and inventory, and you will follow sanitation guidelines while becoming familiar with new menu items as they are introduced.