Operational Chef

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Position Summary: We are seeking an Operational Chef to supervise daily kitchen operations, ensure recipe standardization and dish presentation at a Mexican cuisine restaurant. Key Highlights: 1. Kitchen operations supervision and standardization 2. Cost, inventory, and hygiene process management 3. Culinary staff training and development **COCINA MEXICANA is hiring an Operational Chef in Parque Industrial La Luz - Cuautitlán, State of Mexico** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OPERATIONAL CHEF - For Restaurant COCINA MEXICANA is hiring an Operational Chef for Restaurant La FINCA - Cuautitlán We are GRUPO COCINA MEXICANA, operating 17 restaurants under traditional brands such as: Portón, Corazón de Barro, La Finca, and La Casa del Comal. **WE ARE HIRING PASSIONATE PROFESSIONALS FOR MEXICAN CUISINE!** **OPERATIONAL CHEF OPENING** ### **Main Responsibilities** * Supervise daily kitchen operations (production, line, service timing). * Ensure **recipe standardization** and dish presentation. * Control **food costs** and shrinkage. * Manage inventories, orders, and supplier relationships. * Implement and monitor **operational and hygiene procedures** (Distintivo H, sanitary regulations). * Train and develop kitchen staff. * Coordinate with procurement, operations, and service departments. * Resolve operational incidents in real time. * Ensure achievement of performance indicators (sales, productivity, labor cost). **Education:** * Bachelor's degree in Gastronomy or related field (preferred). **Experience:** * 3 to 5 years in professional kitchens. * Experience as chef, sous chef, or kitchen supervisor. * Experience in high-volume restaurants or chains (highly important). ### **Key Competencies** * Food costing and inventory control * Recipe standardization * Performance indicator (KPI) management * Food hygiene and safety standards * Kitchen and production processes * Personnel management ### **We Offer** * Monthly base salary of **$15,000** * **Benefits exceeding statutory requirements**, including: + Monthly food vouchers + **Up to 30 days of year-end bonus** * Monthly performance bonus based on management indicators * Major medical expense insurance **Desired Education Level:** Bachelor’s degree or higher – certified **Desired Experience Level:** Expert level **Departmental Function:** Tourism / Hospitality **Industry:** Food and Beverage **Skills:** * Excellent service attitude * Teamwork * Communication *This job posting originates from the Talenteca.com job board:* *https://www.talenteca.com/anuncio?j\_id\=6a0e1a7f5200005f00c5aba5\&source\=indeed*