CANTEEN CHEF

JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENT:

Position Overview:

The Canteen chef is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality food in a timely manner. This role involves managing kitchen staff, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining the quality and consistency of the meals.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation and Cooking:

- Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and quality.

- Manage the preparation of food for service, including garnishing, plating, and portion control.

- Ensure that food is cooked and served at the correct temperature and meets company standards.

Kitchen Staff Supervision:

- Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including junior cooks, dishwashers, and prep workers.

- Train new staff and ensure they adhere to food safety standards, and quality expectations.

- Provide guidance and feedback to kitchen staff to ensure continuous improvement in performance.

Inventory Management:

- Oversee the ordering and stocking of kitchen supplies and ingredients.

- Maintain inventory control, ensuring proper storage and rotation of ingredients to prevent waste.

- Monitor food stock levels and inform management when supplies need to be replenished.

Quality Control:

- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas.

- Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.

- Regularly check and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance needs.

Menu Development:

- Work with the head chef or kitchen manager to help create the menu to meet customer preferences.

- Suggest new recipes and improve existing ones to enhance the dining experience.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification is preferred.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen.

- Proven experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of dishes.

Skills & Qualifications:

- Strong knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen equipment, and cooking techniques.

- Ability to lead and motivate a team of kitchen staff.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills.

- Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

- Strong time-management skills to ensure all dishes are prepared and served on time.

- Ability to handle customer feedback and resolve issues effectively.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and work in a hot and noisy environment.

- Stamina to handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen environment.