Description
Job Summary:
Leads and coordinates kitchen staff, supervises food preparation, manages schedules and orders, maintains sanitary standards, and plans menus to optimize resources and satisfy customers.
Key Highlights:
1. Culinary team leadership and kitchen operations coordination.
2. Creativity in menu planning and resource optimization.
3. Commitment to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction.
Objective: To prepare and present all types of culinary dishes, adhering to fundamental cooking, hygiene, and food preservation standards; and to assess gastronomic supply and demand, optimizing resources and materials to meet customer goals and expectations.
Responsibilities:
* Lead kitchen staff and coordinate food orders.
* Supervise food preparation and cooking.
* Train staff.
* Manage kitchen staff shift schedules.
* Place orders for food supplies and kitchen equipment as needed.
* Train kitchen staff on food preparation tasks and plating techniques.
* Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports.
* Maintain sanitary and safety standards in the kitchen area.
* Plan and organize menus, manage inventory, and optimize resources.
Skills:
* Leadership.
* Teamwork.
* Effective communication.
* Creativity.
* Decision-making.
* Problem-solving.
* Commitment.
* Customer orientation.
Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years of verifiable work experience as a kitchen manager, restaurant manager, or head chef.
* Practical experience in menu planning and ingredient ordering.
* Age: 30 to 45 years.
* Bachelor's degree in Gastronomy or related field preferred.
* Certification from a culinary school or degree in restaurant management is a plus.
* Residency in Veracruz preferred.
Work Schedule:
* Includes public holidays.
* Includes weekends.
We offer benefits exceeding legal requirements; further details will be provided during the interview.
Position Type: Full-time, Indefinite-term
Work Location: On-site employment