The Hilton Garden Inn Mystic/Groton is hiring for a Head Chef for our on-site restaurant the Garden Grille.

Summary:

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules. Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items. Leads and supervises kitchen team Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods. Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures. Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed. Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required. Manage inventory control, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate stock levels to optimize costs and reduce waste Implement food safety sanitizing procedures and ensure compliance with all health regulations and safety standards Coordinate shift schedules, monitor kitchen operations during service hours, and manage workflow for maximum efficiency Oversee food handling practices, ensuring proper hygiene, storage, and sanitation protocols are followed at all times Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately. Attends in-service and safety meetings. Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers. Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person