Haitian Cuisine Lead Cook Se Lavi Cuisine Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Part-time | PRN $18.00 - $30.38 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Grilling Recipe adherence Assisting with meal planning Food preparation for special diets Quality assurance experience within food and beverage industry Food service health code compliance Specialty dish recipe development Kitchen knives Fine dining experience Safety regulations Menu concept development Production safety compliance Mid-level Food safety sanitizing procedures Team management Team training Plating Kitchen staff training Production management Cleaning Managing kitchen staff Accommodating special dietary needs Meal planning Kitchen stations Food preparation equipment operation Full Job Description Overview Join our dynamic culinary team as a Haitian Cuisine Lead Cook, where your passion for authentic Haitian flavors and culinary expertise will shine! In this vibrant role, you will lead the preparation and presentation of traditional Haitian dishes, ensuring every plate reflects the rich cultural heritage and high standards of food quality. Your energetic approach and culinary mastery will inspire your team, elevate our menu offerings, and delight our guests with every bite. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment dedicated to excellence in Haitian cuisine. Duties Lead the daily preparation and cooking of authentic Haitian dishes, ensuring adherence to traditional recipes and presentation standards Oversee food production processes, maintaining high-quality standards for taste, appearance, and freshness Manage menu planning by developing innovative Haitian recipes that meet customer preferences and dietary needs Supervise kitchen staff, providing training on food safety sanitizing procedures, knife skills, and proper food handling techniques Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, braising pots, poaching stations, and other culinary tools Ensure compliance with food safety management protocols and maintain a clean, sanitized work environment at all times Coordinate with dietary department staff to accommodate special dietary restrictions while preserving authentic flavors Skills Extensive culinary experience with a focus on Haitian cuisine or similar Caribbean styles Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques such as braising, grilling, poaching, and meal assembly Proven ability to manage high-volume food production in a fast-paced setting Excellent knife skills and proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment safely Experience in menu planning and recipe adherence to maintain consistency across dishes Background in food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures to ensure compliance with health regulations Prior experience in fine dining or catering environments is a plus for elevating presentation standards Embark on this flavorful journey where your culinary creativity meets cultural authenticity! We are committed to fostering a lively work environment that celebrates diversity through exceptional Haitian cuisine. If you thrive under pressure, love crafting vibrant dishes from scratch, and want to lead a passionate kitchen team—this is the perfect role for you!

Pay:

$18.00 - $30.38 per hour

Work Location:

In person