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Description

Job Purpose:
The Kitchen Manager position will ensure the efficient day to day operation of Living Skies Retreat & Conference Centre kitchen and dining room operations.

Duties and Responsibilities
    Delight our Guests by providing quality and timely prepared foods
    Follow sanitation guidelines
    Practice cost-cutting measures
    Pitch in and work as part of a team
    Stock and rotate food
    Prepare and cook food items
    Track food quality
    Handle special circumstances
    Communicate effectively with co-workers and managers
    Assist in the training of new employees
    Perform additional tasks requested by your manager
    Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
    Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation
    Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquet.
    Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparations
    Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
    Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
    Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of clients.
    Planning and pricing menus Meet with Guest Services Coordinator to review upcoming retreats/conferences meal requirements
    Check the quantity and quality of received products.

Qualifications
    High School Diploma
    Food Handler Certification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Excellent customer service and communication skills
    Team Player
    Enjoys cooking for large or small groups
    Ability to work with others and the willingness to improve knowledge
    Required to exercise some judgment and decision making based on established regulations or norms.