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About the Position

Seeking an experienced, hands-on Head Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead culinary operations across our restaurant and private event venue.

We're looking for a talented chef who enjoys cooking, takes pride in great food, and has the leadership and organizational skills to manage a successful kitchen.

This is a working chef position. You'll spend the majority of your time actively cooking and leading the line, while also overseeing kitchen staff, food costs, purchasing, inventory, and menu execution.

Responsibilities

Lead daily kitchen operations for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and private events.
Work actively on the line, maintaining quality, consistency, and efficient service.
Supervise, train, schedule, and motivate kitchen staff.
Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, portion control, and waste.
Create daily specials, seasonal menu additions, and event offerings.
Coordinate food preparation and staffing for private parties, buffets, and special events.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
Collaborate with ownership and front-of-house management to improve operations and profitability.

Qualifications

3+ years of professional kitchen experience, including culinary leadership.
Strong cooking skills and ability to work multiple stations.
Experience with kitchen scheduling, inventory, ordering, and food-cost management.
Ability to lead by example in a busy kitchen.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Catering, banquet, or private event experience a plus.
ServSafe certification required.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a chef first, but also understand the business of running a kitchen. You're comfortable jumping on the line, leading a team, controlling costs, and ensuring every plate meets expectations.

Company Description

We are small family owned restaurant with a whimsical creative vibe.

Tumblesalts Cafe

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