Cook / Kitchen Lead

Cook / Kitchen Lead Louka's Bistro Eugene, OR Job Details Full-time From $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Customer communication Staff supervision Line cook experience Food service health code compliance Team supervision Culinary experience ServSafe Safety regulations Food sanitation practices Managing kitchen staff Knife skills Task assignment Leadership Food preparation equipment operation Kitchen experience Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description Who we are: Our menu features local meat, fish and produce to show off our take on classic European dishes. Chef-owned and operated kitchen and we take great pride in offering fresh, delicious food made from scratch. We encourage anyone interested to take a look at our website www.loukaspnw.com.

Position Summary:

The Kitchen Lead reports directly to the Head Chef, leads in their absence, and is responsible for the overall kitchen operations. This includes accurate menu preparation/execution, staff supervision, inventory management, and the knowledge and implementation of safety standards. This position requires an in depth understanding of a variety culinary techniques and strong leadership capabilities.

Key responsibilities:

Be available and present for the day to day operations on the cart, including menu planning/preparation, scheduling, and inventory management. Train and oversee new and current staff. Lead by example and demonstrate knife safety, proper cooking techniques, and great customer service. Place and receive orders from providers. Handle customer feedback and resolve issues related to food quality or service. You will be face to face with with customers and clients on a daily basis. Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development, special events, catering requests, and operational improvements.

Skills required:

Professional fast-paced and high-volume culinary experience. An in depth understanding of classical cooking techniques. Experience with various commercial cooking equipment. Proven leadership and team management skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to delegate tasks for optimum efficiency. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of food safety rules and regulations. ServSafe is a plus. Ability to manage and resolve conflicts effectively with the kitchen team.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Paid training

Experience:

kitchen: 2 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Eugene, OR 97405 (Required)

Work Location:

In person