Chef NSLA 336 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101-3508

Job Description

As the chef, you’ll take complete responsibility for every plate that gets served and the overall direction of the menu. You’ll be expected to innovate and iterate on the menu to provide creative, quality food while meeting profit goals. You will be responsible for hiring and supervising the kitchen staff and coaching employees on consistency, technique and skills.

Responsibilities

• Create menus
• Direct the food prep process
• Plan & order ingredients and necessary equipment
• Arrange for kitchen repairs when needed
• Use P&L statements to effectively manage costs and meet budgets
• Hire, manage, and train kitchen staff
• Oversee kitchen staff, looking for opportunities to counsel or coach
• Foster cooperation, collaboration and respect
• Have knowledge of and enforce all safety and sanitation requirements