Head Chef
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Job Location:
Brewster, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Head Chef/ BBQ Centric focus
Were looking to add experienced pit masters to our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in barbecue techniques with the fundamentals of butchering seasoning fire management and timing that are needed to produce top barbecue! This role is the heart of our Smokehouse operation overseeing and managing the smoking of proteins throughout the day while maintaining top quality and consistency. We are looking for you to work closely with the Executive Chef in creating the menu offerings. This includes all sides to be served with the BBQ menu and all sauces rubs and seasoning. Final product should also include a full recipe book complete with steps needed. We are also looking for you to share your experience and train and teach team members on your process.
Responsibilities:
Oversee daily smoking of all proteins (brisket ribs pork chicken turkey etc.)
Manage fire and smoker operations to ensure consistent temperature and quality
Monitor cooking times and internal temperatures for accuracy
Maintain food safety storage and handling standards
Prep proteins according to recipes and seasoning specifications
Track yields waste and ensure proper rotation/labeling
Communicate with management and kitchen staff to meet service demand
Assist with training and mentoring new hires in smokehouse procedures
Desired Skills and Experience:
Proven experience smoking meats in a professional or competitive BBQ setting
Strong knowledge of BBQ techniques meat cuts rubs and timing
Monitor temperatures maintain fire management and ensure proper timing for each cook with the ability to work independently
Able to maintain the highest standards of quality safety and consistency
Prep meats for service and properly pack items for storage or catering
Able to lift 50 80 lbs and work in a hot kitchen/smokehouse environment
Available to work overnight shifts weekends and holidays
Benefits:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health and Dental Care
- Vision Benefit
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Legal Assistance
- Paid Time-Off
Head Chef / operational and procurement focus
Overseeing food preparation:They make sure every dish meets the restaurants standards for taste portion and presentation. If a cook runs into trouble the sous chef steps in to help or takes over the station.
Managing people:
From writing schedules and assigning tasks to training newcomers and mediating conflicts they keep the kitchen staff motivated and focused.
Keeping an eye on supplies:Inventory ordering and equipment maintenance all fall under their watch. They ensure ingredients are fresh and tools are in good working order.
Enforcing safety and cleanliness:A sous chef must uphold food safety rules and hygiene. They monitor cooking temperatures proper storage and sanitary practices.
Liaising with the head chef and frontâofâhouse:The sous chef translates the head chefs ideas into practical instructions and communicates with servers or managers to solve issues quickly.
Solid culinary technique:A sous chef must confidently execute and teach a wide range of cooking methods from sautéing and roasting to pastry and plating.
Leadership and communication:They need to motivate a diverse team give clear instructions and provide constructive feedback.
Problemâsolving under pressure:Kitchens can be chaotic. A good sous chef stays calm adjusts plans on the fly and resolves issues without compromising quality.
Organizational skills:Tracking inventory scheduling staff and coordinating multiple orders at once require a sharp organized mind.
Professionalism:They set the tone for the kitchen modeling punctuality cleanliness and respect for colleagues.
Benefits:
- Medical Plans
- Prescription Plan
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Injury Insurance
- Hospital Care Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Support
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Identity Theft Insurance
- Employee Assistance & Wellness Support Program
- 401(k)
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Services
- Holiday Pay
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
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