On-Call Chef: Seasonal Menus & High-Volume Café Lead

Pixar Animation Studios Inc.

Emeryville (CA)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pixar Animation Studios in Emeryville seeks an on-call Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine and Senior Sous Chef in managing two cafés. Responsibilities include menu planning, cost control, ordering, and day-to-day kitchen operations, with a focus on quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.

The role requires leadership experience in fast-paced kitchens, strong communication, and excellence in guest services.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in varied kitchen leadership positions.
3+ years in a similar supervisory capacity.
Proficient in verbal, written & digital communication.
Able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen staff, and guests.
Demonstrated excellence in guest service: reliable and courteous.

Responsibilities

Create weekly cost-efficient menus that are seasonally inspired and broadly appealing.
Support chefs and line cooks on a weekly changing menu from-scratch with high volume, ensuring consistency and standards.
Provide input and feedback for kitchen personnel.
Schedule, evaluate, and give feedback to kitchen staff.
Train cafe employees in safety, cleanliness, and guest services.
Order, receive, and store kitchen supplies per needs and budget.
Manage cost containment through menu selection and product use.
Monitor food handling and temperature controls.
Attend weekly menu planning meetings with Chef Team.
Pursue ongoing education to enhance knowledge and management skills.