Job Order Detail

Description

OBJECTIVE:
To assist in facilitating extraordinary culinary events, smooth kitchen operations, superior first rate customer service, and a positive, safe working environment. This position will assist the Executive Chef in planning and food preparation for events as large as 5,000 people, as well as supervision of staff.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Human Resources

-    In the absence of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, direct the activities of all kitchen staff. This includes being accountable for training, providing encouragement and feedback, and enabling the team to execute first rate customer service in a positive, safe work environment.


Culinary and Planning
-    Contribute to menu and product research and development.
-    Execute menus in collaboration with the Food and Beverage team.
-    Contribute to managing inventory of supplies and ingredients. This includes but is not limited to ordering, receiving, properly storing, and identifying needed supplies and ingredients.

Safety
-    Contribute to training staff on safe work procedures, food handling, and equipment usage.  
-    Monitor adherence to health and safety practices and policies. Ensure safe practices are upheld.
-    Monitor equipment performance and report any safety concerns.


  
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
-    Minimum of three years progressively responsible experience in commercial food preparation
-    Supervisory and kitchen management experience preferred
-    WHIMS Certification, Food Safe Level 1 and 2 Certification
-    Team player with strong interpersonal skills, along with ability to coach and mentor staff
-    Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
-    This position requires standing, walking, and lifting awkward / heavy objects along with use of pallet jacks

Wage is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Prairieland Park offers a competitive wage and benefits package.