Job Description
Gourmet Chef Market District - 3.3 Carmel, IN Job Details $19.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Recipe adherence Records maintenance Customer training Promoting products Food service health code compliance Food service workstation cleanliness ServSafe Customer service Menu item upselling Mid-level Promotional sampling Retail merchandising procedures Culinary Arts Compliance monitoring Production optimization Kitchen cost control Inventory tracking for food cost management Team training Increasing sales revenue Kitchen staff training Implementation of OSHA safety standards Food and beverage product demonstrations Cleaning Budgeting Quality control within food and beverage industry Restaurant cost management Company guidelines standards in production Full Job Description Job Summary Our Gourmet Chefs are involved in all aspects of the day-to-day Central Kitchen/Market District operations. They are responsible for food preparation, food quality, merchandising, customer service, and food safety standards. In addition, they are responsible for maintaining constant food education of associates and customers, and constantly work to increase profitability and promote future growth.
Job Description Experience Required:
3 to 5 years Experience Desired:
Advanced Culinary Degree, Bachelors Degree; Culinary Awards or accreditation; Food Safety Awareness Education Desired:
Associates Degree Certification or Licensing Required:
Serv-Safe Certification a plus Lifting Requirement:
Up to 50 pounds Job Responsibilities Actively support a culture of safety which includes, but is not limited to, food safety, Team Member safety and customer safety. Display a commitment to learn about food and share food knowledge with fellow Team Members and customers. Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques, and provide active sampling opportunities, when appropriate. Actively participate in, and promote, an environment which embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for Team Members, Customers, Vendors, and the Community. Maintain a safe and clean working environment by ensuring that all Food Safety, Food Holding, Temperature, and OSHA standards are met. In conjunction with the Kitchen Manager/Prepared Foods Manager, manage inventories weekly. Prepare food ingredients, and products that allow for efficient management of the business. Assist Department Manager with monthly inventory taking process. Meet or exceed budgeted guidelines for food cost percentage. Minimize product waste and ensure that production is followed strictly on a day-to-day basis. Maintain accurate department records to ensure documentation of activities is available. Participate in the preparation and production of catering and all food areas. Monitor adherence to Company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the Company requirements are met. Follow strict recipe and merchandising guidelines to ensure that company direction is followed. Participate with the business group in quarterly reviews and training sessions, and other functions at Management's discretion. About Us At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life's moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you'll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us — because you matter. The hiring range for this position is $19.50- $19.50 per hour/year. This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. Eligible employees may be offered health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, paid bereavement, vacation and paid holidays.
