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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled and experienced Station Chef to join our culinary team. As a Station Chef, you will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards. You will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency in food preparation. Your role will involve supervising junior kitchen staff, maintaining hygiene and safety standards, and ensuring that all ingredients are fresh and properly stored. The ideal candidate should have a strong passion for cooking, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be expected to follow recipes, create new dishes, and contribute to menu planning. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring stock levels, minimizing waste, and ensuring that all kitchen equipment is in good working condition. A successful Station Chef should have a deep understanding of various cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen operations. You should be able to handle pressure, multitask effectively, and maintain a positive attitude in a high-energy kitchen. If you have a strong culinary background and a desire to grow within the industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and quality standards.
- Supervise and train junior kitchen staff in assigned station.
- Ensure food safety and hygiene regulations are strictly followed.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the purchasing team.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen station.
- Assist in menu planning and development of new dishes.
- Ensure timely preparation and presentation of dishes.
- Minimize food waste and optimize ingredient usage.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a Station Chef or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Ability to work well within a team and lead junior staff.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working in a professional kitchen?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations during busy service hours?
- What steps do you take to ensure food quality and consistency?
- How do you manage and train junior kitchen staff?
- Can you give an example of a time you contributed to menu development?
- What measures do you take to maintain hygiene and food safety?
- How do you handle ingredient shortages or unexpected kitchen challenges?
- Why do you want to work with our culinary team?
