Restaurant Chef

Massanutten Resort; McGaheysville (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Massanutten Resort is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to oversee daily meal service, supervise staff, and ensure top quality, safe food preparation. You will coordinate opening/closing, manage orders and inventory, and uphold sanitation and appearance standards across shifts.

Strong organizational skills and prior management in a kitchen are essential. The role requires proficient culinary skills, ServSafe certification, and the ability to read recipes and menus while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchen operations and leadership.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and food safety practices.
• Proven supervisory and management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Familiar with kitchen materials and inventory control.
• Proficient culinary skills demonstrated in daily meals.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and database tools.
• ServSafe certification is required or preferred.
• At least 21 years old with prior management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee meal service within menu and dietary guidelines.
• Oversee opening and closing of kitchen operations.
• Place orders and manage deliveries and inventory.
• Assist with monthly inventory and cost controls.
• Ensure sanitation and appearance standards are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Line cooking

Prep cooking

Sanitation knowledge

Supervisory skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Industry knowledge

Culinary skills

Computer skills

ServSafe

Management

Kitchen supplies

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Databases

Job description

Massanutten Resort

Job Summary

Responsible for duties as assigned by the Executive Sous Chef and General Manager, including set up and break down kitchen and ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Will prepare, cook, portion, and serve food and oversee kitchen operations for daily meals.

Required

• Line and prep cooking skills
• Understanding of kitchen sanitation practices
• Supervisory skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Industry specific strategic and analytical knowledge
• Proficient culinary skills
• Proficient computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database applications)
• Serve safe certification
• Previous management experience
• Understanding of kitchen materials
• Must be at least 21

Preferred

• Ability to read, interpret, and adjust based on profit and loss statements and labor reports
• Strong understanding of ABC regulations

Typical Schedule

Days

Full availability required, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Hours

Scheduling needs will vary based on business demands; minimum scheduling requirement of 40 hours per week

Salary Pay Range:

$48,000-$50,000

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee meal service within guidelines of menu, dietary requirements, and the standards of appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation
• Oversee opening and closing of kitchen
• Place orders as needed
• Oversee putting away truck deliveries
• Assist and oversee monthly inventory
• Other duties as assigned by management

For more information, please contact us at 540-437-3372 or [e-mail].

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