Exe Chef Fast Casual Environment

The City Market; Shorewood (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Product discounts

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate culinary leader at a vibrant market, where you'll oversee food preparation and inspire a team dedicated to quality. Join a professional environment that values creativity and work-life balance. This role encompasses managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and training staff while engaging with the community. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while working with high-quality ingredients in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Service Sanitation Certificate.
• Relevant experience in culinary management is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and maintain food quality and presentation.
• Hire and schedule kitchen staff while managing inventory and costs.
• Train staff on food preparation and kitchen safety techniques.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Management skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Stamina

Education

Food Service Sanitation Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Executive Chef

The City Market
2205 E Capitol Drive
Shorewood, WI 53211

Are you a foodie with a culinary background seeking a new and exciting opportunity? Join The City Market team, where you'll work in a professional environment with high-quality ingredients and enjoy a true work-life balance!

We are looking for passionate leaders who share our values and commitment to quality, eager to share our culture with the Milwaukee community. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to join an incredible team, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee food preparation, recipe creation, and selection of specials and items for our "Grab & Go" case.
• Maintain attractive prepared foods displays, supporting our vision and standards.
• Ensure food quality, freshness, presentation, and quantity meet all standards.
• Maintain high productivity levels and keep kitchen schedules within budget.
• Hire and schedule bakery, kitchen, and line staff.
• Control inventory, purchase food and stock supplies.
• Create specials and train line prep and line cooks.
• Assist seasonally in bakery and pastry sections.
• Train staff on proper food preparation and kitchen safety techniques.
• Ensure sanitation standards are met, including regular cleaning, proper food disposal, and compliance with health regulations.
• Manage food costs, waste, and employee hours.

Job Skills and Requirements:

• Customer service skills: Friendly and courteous interactions to retain customers.
• Attention to detail: Monitoring food standards, costs, and safety.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate the team during shifts, resolve conflicts, and ensure tasks are completed.
• Management skills: Handling costs, pricing, scheduling, and other managerial duties.
• Organizational skills: Keeping schedules, shipments, and cleaning routines organized.
• Problem-solving skills: Addressing employee conflicts, customer complaints, and stock issues efficiently.
• Communication skills: Clearly conveying standards, instructions, and engaging with customers.
• Stamina: Ability to work long hours around hot cooking elements and stand for extended periods.
• Must possess a Food Service Sanitation Certificate.
• Relevant experience is required.

We Offer:

Competitive salary ($40,000 - $60,000 annually depending on experience and schedule), overtime opportunities, 401K, health insurance, and product discounts.

Additional Information:

See us on REAL Milwaukee or visit our website at www.thecitymarketcafe.com