This role leads the daily culinary operations of The View under the guidance of the Restaurant Manager and Executive Chef. Chef de Cuisine's responsibilities include ensuring quality & timely food preparation, effective scheduling, cost management of food and labor, sanitation, training of staff, and assisting with menu creation and product selection.
Note: The View is an upscale contemporary Italian restaurant on the Highlands College campus, where, primarily, our students dine in a training lab environment to equip them with pertinent life skills and etiquette. Additionally, the faculty, staff, HC evening students and special HC guests are patrons of The View.
Assist with menu creation and product resourcing under the direction of the Executive Chef and Restaurant ManagerUnderstanding business needs and scheduling kitchen staff to meet these needs while adhering to budget parametersPrepare quality food for menu and business demandEnsure immaculate sanitation and proper handling of food in compliance with Health Code and other government regulationAbove Health Code standards, ensure The View kitchen is always ready for VIP tours through impeccable cleanliness, organization, and maintenanceEnsure cuisine exceeds the expectations of all patronsLead the procurement, purchasing, and inventory of all kitchen products for best quality at a great valueAssist with the hiring of kitchen staff in alignment with Highlands CollegeResponsible for ensuring all kitchen staff are trained thoroughly to fulfill The View promise or mission statementCreates a positive, helpful learning lab for employees and students to assist them in practical life lessons and Character developmentEnsure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations Participate in ministry at Church of the Highlands and Highlands College by leading small groupsAffirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle Provide leadership to kitchen staff and students, specifically with culinary skills, food preparation, time management, sanitation, hospitality, etcAbility to work and lead a team and Highland College students in a "learning lab environment"Lead and develop teams to effectively reach set goalsInfluences others using rational arguments. Identifies basis for compromise and reaches an agreementConveys accurate information effectively using the most appropriate methods to reflect the needs of the audience and ensure mutual understandingSets clear and challenging objectives, inspiring and encouraging high performance in teams and individualsReviews progress achieved, publicly and privately recognizing achievementAnticipates the possible demands and outcomes of a particular task or situation – plans and prioritizes appropriately Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestylePositive, fun, and life-giving attitudeDemonstrate a genuine interest in supporting others, coaching, and training in order to improve performanceEncourages the contribution of others and takes their views into accountHighly focused, self-starter with an elevated level of energy and positive outlookWork well under pressure and rapid change Highly focused, self-starter with an elevated level of energy and positive outlookHigh-capacity, multi-tasking individual who is comfortable working independently without constant supervisionAbility to work well with and lead others, cultivate a team-building atmosphereAbility to troubleshoot and solve problems quicklyAbility to maintain a high level of organization and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneouslyKnowledge of various cooking methods and proceduresHand-eye coordinationCreativity Time-management Ability to communicate effectively to "high profile" customers Deep understanding of culinary, cuisine, menu development, food preparation, sanitation, leadership, communications, and product procurement Medium Moderate exposure to physical riskGood physical condition is required
Ability to drive between campuses
Ability to lift 50lbs without assistance
Ability to work safely with kitchen equipment, knives, and utensils
Ability to work in higher temperature areas such as ovens and stovesThe physical activity of this job includes standing for long periods of time, stooping, and occasional kneeling