Senior Culinary Leader

Job Summary: \We are seeking an accomplished Culinary Professional to join our team as a Senior Kitchen Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and developing high-performing teams.\The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, managing inventory, leading a team of cooks and support staff, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment.\Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and serving. The successful candidate must possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.\Key responsibilities also include: \\Managing kitchen resources to meet business objectives\Developing and implementing effective training programs for kitchen staff\Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations\Maintaining high standards of quality and consistency in all dishes served\Collaborating with other departments to achieve overall business success\Leading by example and promoting a positive work culture within the kitchen team\Conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback to staff members\Monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed\Ensuring timely completion of tasks and meeting deadlines\Attending meetings and contributing to discussions on kitchen operations and strategies\\Providing exceptional guest service and ensuring a memorable dining experience for every customer\Supporting the Head Chef in developing and implementing new menus and promotions\Contributing to the creation of a safe and healthy working environment\\Participating in ongoing professional development and staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices\\Performing other duties as required by the Head Chef or General Manager\Coordinating special events and functions such as weddings and corporate events\\Preparing and presenting reports on kitchen performance and sales data\\Maintaining accurate records of kitchen operations and staff performance\\Managing cash handling and operating financial procedures according to company policies\\Ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained and cleaned regularly\\Recruiting, hiring, and training new staff members\\Handling employee conflicts and resolving issues in a fair and consistent manner\\Developing and implementing effective marketing strategies to promote the restaurant and increase sales\\Representing the restaurant at local food festivals and networking events\\Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating prices for ingredients and materials\\Analyzing sales data and making recommendations for improvements in menu offerings and pricing\\Improving efficiency and productivity in kitchen operations\\Staying up-to-date with new cooking techniques and culinary trends\\Sharing knowledge and expertise with junior staff members\\Providing guidance and support to colleagues in achieving their goals and objectives\\Participating in the development of new menu concepts and ideas\\Supporting the implementation of new technologies and systems in the kitchen\\Helping to develop and implement policies and procedures related to kitchen operations and staff management\\Assisting with recruiting and hiring processes for senior kitchen positions\\Coaching and mentoring junior staff members in areas such as time management, teamwork, and problem-solving\\Overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities\\Coordinating with event planners and external vendors to deliver exceptional events and functions\\Representing the restaurant at job fairs and recruitment events\\Collaborating with the Marketing Department to create promotional materials and social media content\\Participating in product tastings and menu engineering sessions\\Engaging with customers through social media platforms to build brand loyalty and reputation\\Conducting market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for growth and improvement\\Keeping up-to-date with changing consumer preferences and tastes\\Staying current with industry trends, news, and developments\\Learning about different cuisines and cooking techniques to enhance creativity and innovation in menu design\\Developing and teaching workshops and classes to share knowledge and expertise with others\\Creating engaging content for internal and external communications channels\\Facilitating team-building activities and initiatives to foster collaboration and camaraderie among kitchen staff\\Developing and executing cross-functional projects that benefit multiple departments and stakeholders\\Supporting the development of a positive work-life balance among kitchen staff\\Assisting with fundraising and charitable initiatives\\Promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace\\Advancing the hospitality and culinary arts profession through education and community outreach\\Collaborating with HR to develop and implement training programs for kitchen staff\\Acting as a role model and ambassador for the restaurant's values and mission\\Representing the restaurant in a professional and respectful manner at all times\\Showing enthusiasm, initiative, and a willingness to learn and grow\\Demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence\\Seeking out feedback and using it as an opportunity for personal and professional growth\\Being proactive and responsive in addressing concerns and issues\\Consistently delivering high-quality results and exceeding expectations\\Embracing change and adapting to new situations and challenges\\Exhibiting excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills\\Communicating effectively with colleagues, managers, and customers\\Working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals and objectives\\Participating in and contributing to continuous learning and professional development\\Respecting and valuing the contributions and perspectives of others\\Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to company policies and procedures\\Conducting oneself in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner\\Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies\\Reporting incidents and near misses promptly and accurately\\Providing constructive feedback and coaching to help colleagues improve their performance\\Supporting and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace\\Participating in community outreach and engagement initiatives\\Advocating for mental health and wellness awareness and initiatives\\Upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity in all aspects of work\\Protecting company assets, intellectual property, and confidential information\\Using technology responsibly and efficiently to perform tasks and manage workloads\\Applying risk management principles to mitigate hazards and minimize harm\\Reporting any unauthorized access or security breaches immediately\\Managing stress and prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and commitments\\Delegating tasks and responsibilities as necessary to ensure efficient workflow and workload management\\Communicating changes and updates clearly and transparently to all affected parties\\Documenting critical incidents and lessons learned for future reference\\Participating in performance evaluations and goal-setting exercises\\Collaborating with peers and supervisors to achieve individual and team goals\\Participating in employee recognition and reward programs\\Engaging in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and competencies\\Reviewing and revising job descriptions and performance criteria as needed\\Adhering to all relevant employment laws, regulations, and policies\\Addressing and resolving workplace conflicts and issues promptly and fairly\\Respecting the needs and preferences of diverse stakeholders, including guests, employees, and partners\\Practicing active listening and empathy when interacting with others\\Seeking clarification and asking questions to ensure understanding and clarity\\Discussing and resolving issues or conflicts directly with those involved rather than involving third-party mediators or dispute resolution services\\Adopting a solutions-focused approach to address problems and opportunities\\Considering the interests and perspectives of various stakeholders when making decisions or taking actions\\Exploring alternative solutions and compromises when reaching agreements or resolutions\\Breaking down complex issues into manageable parts to facilitate analysis and decision-making\\Inviting input, suggestions, and feedback from others to foster inclusivity and collective ownership\\Revising and refining processes, procedures, and communication plans to enhance effectiveness and efficiency\\Encouraging open dialogue and candor within the team to promote transparency and trust\\Engaging in regular check-ins, progress updates, and reflection exercises to track progress and adjust approaches as needed\\Using metrics, data, and insights to drive decision-making and optimize outcomes\\Developing and implementing metrics-based monitoring and evaluation systems to measure progress and outcomes\\Establishing clear goals, expectations, and priorities to guide action and decision-making\\Aligning departmental and individual goals with broader organizational objectives\\Striving for continuous improvement and excellence in all aspects of work\\Adapting to changing circumstances, priorities, and stakeholder needs while maintaining focus on key objectives\\Accounting for uncertainties and mitigating risks in decision-making and planning\\Empowering team members to make informed decisions and take calculated risks to drive innovation and growth\\Escalating unresolved issues or disagreements to higher authorities or external experts as necessary\\Abiding by established policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and avoid potential liabilities\\Providing comprehensive training and support to ensure smooth transitions and effective handovers\\Maintaining detailed records, notes, and documentation to facilitate tracking and accountability\\Meeting specific reporting requirements and deadlines for reporting, audits, and other obligations\\Understanding the limits of own authority and responsibility and escalating matters beyond scope accordingly\\Exchanging information, ideas, and best practices with peer organizations and networks to advance collective knowledge and capabilities\\Identifying and pursuing opportunities for strategic partnerships, collaborations, or joint ventures to amplify impact and reach\\Preventing and investigating policy breaches, irregularities, or wrongdoing, reporting serious cases to appropriate authorities if necessary\\Checking the validity of requests, justifications, and proposed courses of action before proceeding\\Remaining vigilant for operational, technological, or environmental threats and reporting them promptly to ensure mitigation and response\\Shielding your organization from reputational damage, proprietary rights infringement, IP theft, physical injury, harassment, unwarranted or malicious e-mails and cyber attacks via informal methods\\When unsure whether something should be reported, ask yourself 'What could I tell my supervisor/HR manager?' If you think there may be legal exposure, always err on the side of caution and contact outside assistance (if recommended). Key Skills and Qualifications: **\