Head Chef

MIDWEST SKIING COMPANY LLC; Upson (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MIDWEST SKIING COMPANY LLC is seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations in Upson, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will excel in kitchen management and has proven experience in culinary leadership. Responsibilities include menu creation, staff management, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Applicants should possess a degree in Culinary science or a related field and have strong communication skills. Join us to lead a dynamic kitchen team in delivering high-quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as head chef.
• Exceptional ability in kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process.
• Construct menus ensuring variety and quality.
• Hire, manage, and train kitchen staff.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership skills

Communication

Culinary trends

MS Office

Health and safety training

Education

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Tools

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Head Chef to organize the kitchen’s activities. You will be the first in command in the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring high quality and contentment.

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 attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers

Skills

• 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