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Job Summary:

The Executive Chef is responsible for controlling and directing the food preparation process and the management for all food service programs and all other kitchen related activities. Under the direct report to the COO, the Executive Chef will ensure that the kitchen and nutritional services are delivered successfully, safely and to the highest degree of value possible for Bean's Cafe clients.

Supports Vision:

The Executive Chef directly supports the mission by ensuring all the services related to food preparation and delivery meet standards and serve the community the with highest quality of food services.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Oversees all the kitchen and bakery services and logistics staff, and the scheduling of shifts. Assigns, plans, and manages the planning of meal and daily preparation of meals. Assists in the coaching and discipline of employees as needed, and in accordance with company policy. Oversees the recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding of new staff. Other tasks as assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Management and implementation of standards of quantity, quality, and nutrition of the food served; ensuring variety and quality for each meal served. Contributes and provides supervision of all food production; prepping ingredients, cooking; storing and presenting the menu items. Management of meal logs, ensuring accurate meal production records and other forms are kept, counting, tracking, and recording meal information. Management of producing a diversified menu in accordance with nutrition menu guidelines and Bean's Cafe overall food program vision. Plans the ordering of equipment or ingredients according to identified inventory shortages or new orders. Organize and attend outside fundraising programs as needed. Planning and management of the menu production and the oversees the implementation and communication for menu items to kitchen staff. Manages kitchen facilities and arrange for repairs; remedy any problems or defects. Ensure all kitchen operations and procedures comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards. Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen's performance. Solves problems that arise and seizes control of issues in the kitchen to achieve optimal solutions for all. Comply with all safety and risk policies, procedures; participates in workplace training; reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner. Ability to provide training and/or be trained, execute, and meet program requirements and expectations, including grants and USDA programs. Assists in coordinating the phasing in/out of kitchen equipment throughout the organization. Undergo additional training, as requested. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Provides, and ensures excellent customer service is consistently delivered. In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures. Exhibits dedication to mission and vision of the organization. Works effectively and respectfully with a variety of individuals, cultures, education, and economic backgrounds. Promotes a good team spirit regularly and a productive happy work environment. Fosters a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers. Exhibits management skills, leadership, creativity, time-management; problem-solving and quick decision making. Helps to resolve disputes in the kitchen and take corrective action for unresolved disputes. Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays; and the ability to work flexible hours when needed. Demonstrate a high level of self -initiative.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

At least 18 years old. Valid Food Handler's card. Serv Safe Certification is highly preferred. Prior management experience preferred. Have reliable transportation and/or access to reliable transportation. Experience working as an Executive Chef and/or in similar position is preferred. Bachelor of Culinary Arts or similar education preferred. Undergo a background check (please note; undergoing a background check will not inhibit you from being hired - Bean's Cafe is a Second Chance Employer). Physical /

Work Attire Requirements:

Ability to physically able to stand for at least 8 hours. Have the vision ability to focus close, distance, peripheral and depth with or without corrective lenses. Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift to 50 pounds. Always wear proper work attire, obtain, and wear slip resistant shoes and/or show proof of slip resistant shoes within 15 days of employment. A controlled working environment is primarily provided however may be exposed to heat/cold during supporting outdoor food service activities.

Pay:

$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person