Job Description

Job Location: Grand Haven - Palm Coast, FL 321371493
Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.00Job Duties
Menu Planning & Food Creation
- Design and update menus based on seasonality and trends
- Create new recipes and improve existing dishes
- Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes
Kitchen Management
- Supervise and train kitchen staff (sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks)
- Schedule shifts and delegate tasks
- Maintain discipline and teamwork in the kitchen
Inventory & Cost Control
- Order ingredients and manage supplier relationships
- Monitor food costs and minimize waste
- Ensure proper storage and stock rotation (FIFO methods)
Health & Safety Compliance
- Enforce food safety and sanitation standards
- Ensure compliance with local health regulations
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
Budgeting & Administration
- Manage kitchen budget and control expenses
- Track performance and profitability of menu items
- Work with management on pricing and promotions
Quality Control
- Inspect dishes before they are served
- Maintain high culinary standards
- Handle customer feedback related to food
Skills Required
- Strong leadership and communication
- Culinary expertise and creativity
- Time management and multitasking
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Financial and inventory management

Work Environment
- Fast-paced, high-pressure kitchens
- Long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Requires standing for extended periods