Banquet Chef

Responsibilities: Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activitiesConstruct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servingsApprove and "polish" dishes before they reach the customerOrder Food and suppliesMonitor food and labor costArrange for repairs when necessaryRemedy any problems or defectsBe fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staffOversee the work of subordinatesEstimate staff's workload and compensationsSchedule and maintain records of attendanceComply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standardsFoster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers Skills Proven experience as head chefExceptional proven ability of kitchen managementAbility in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progressOutstanding communication and leadership skillsUp-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processesGood understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS) Credentials in health and safety trainingDegree in Culinary science or related certificate or equivalent job experience