Area Chef

As the Kitchen Head Chef at Lite Bite Foods, your primary responsibility is to lead and guide the kitchen staff to ensure the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. You will coach and mentor the team, including Sous Chefs and Chef de Parties, in line with the company's values and guidelines. Your role involves training and developing kitchen employees, providing performance feedback, and handling disciplinary actions when necessary. Your duties will include overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, managing the culinary team, and maintaining consistent food quality, technique, portion control, and presentation. You will collaborate with various departments such as Restaurants, Banquets, and Catering to ensure effective communication and coordination. In addition to managing kitchen operations, you will be responsible for menu planning, food cost control, vendor management, and catering proposals. You will estimate food consumption, standardize production recipes, and track food costs to ensure cost-efficiency and consistent quality. Furthermore, you will play a key role in maintaining sanitation, safety standards, and culinary excellence. You will supervise all culinary activities, assist in menu planning for special events, and collaborate with the sales and marketing team on expense tracking and financial projections. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including food provided, health insurance, paid sick time, and Provident Fund. The work location is in person, and your dedication to culinary excellence and operational efficiency will contribute to the continued growth and success of Lite Bite Foods.,