Summary:

Responsible for the day to day operation and facilitating the flow of food preparation in the kitchen. Ensure daily operations and experiences meet guest expectations. Appropriately respond to and manage any escalated departmental concerns and guest and/or team member challenges. Must effectively lead and manage up to 15 team members through all aspects of daily kitchen operations.

 

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Assumes complete charge of the kitchen  Plan, organize and implement daily assignments; maintain knowledge of all cook classifications and understand their duties and assignments Know the proper preparation of all menu items to specifications and guidelines    Check the methods of preparation, sizes or portions, and the garnishes, inventory Oversees food deliveries and proper rotation of all perishable food items Maintain and enforce all company and health department sanitation requirements and must adhere to all health department regulations Administer disciplinary action, including mediating disputes and counseling notices, under the direction of the Tavern General Manager / Manager  Train, give instructions and coach when necessary Observe each team member in the classification assigned at least once a shift to ensure duties are performed to Company’s specifications Enforces dress code and appearance standards Adapt crew to changes in volume of business Maintain a daily production inventory Assist in the cooking, portioning and cleaning in the kitchen on a daily basis Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, as they apply to the position Provide outstanding customer service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members Perform other duties as assigned