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Chef Job Overview
Chefs at White Lodging are the backbone of the culinary team, overseeing food preparation and ensuring all dishes meet quality and presentation standards. They maintain a clean and organized workspace, manage kitchen staff, and contribute to menu creation while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Chefs set the tone for the kitchen by fostering a positive environment and inspiring creativity within the team.
Responsibilities
Chefs are responsible for ensuring smooth kitchen operations by managing food preparation, monitoring ingredient freshness, and maintaining high culinary standards. They collaborate with the team to execute dishes that meet recipe guidelines, maintain cleanliness, and deliver memorable dining experiences. Chefs are also involved in mentoring kitchen staff and contributing to the development of new menu items.
Skills Needed
- Technical Skills: Advanced culinary techniques, food safety procedures, and kitchen management.
- Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, multitasking, and a team-oriented mindset.
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Sous Chef Job Overview
Sous Chefs support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations and ensuring daily tasks are executed smoothly. They oversee food quality, portion control, and team performance while assisting in administrative duties such as scheduling, forecasting, and cost tracking. Sous Chefs are integral to maintaining an efficient kitchen and ensuring guest satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Sous Chefs take accountability for daily kitchen operations by managing team schedules, monitoring food quality, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. They inspect raw and cooked foods to meet quality standards, create plating guidelines, and ensure team adherence to recipes and preparation techniques. Sous Chefs also maintain strong relationships with Sales and Events teams to ensure banquet and event success.
Skills Needed
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of food safety standards, team leadership, and advanced planning and organization.
- Soft Skills: Problem-solving, communication, and the ability to lead under pressure.
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Executive Chef Job Overview
Executive Chefs lead all culinary operations, acting as both entrepreneur and creative visionary. They are responsible for financial performance, menu creation, and ensuring kitchen teams deliver exceptional dishes with efficiency and precision. Executive Chefs play a key role in developing talent within the kitchen and collaborating with other departments to align culinary operations with overall business goals.
Responsibilities
Executive Chefs oversee all aspects of culinary operations, including menu design, team management, and financial performance. They ensure all food meets recipe standards and is aesthetically pleasing, create kitchen schedules, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. Executive Chefs are also involved in strategic planning, building relationships with Sales and Marketing teams, and developing the culinary team to achieve high engagement and performance.
Skills Needed
- Technical Skills: Expertise in culinary financial management, strategic planning, and operational execution.
- Soft Skills: Stress management, problem-solving, and the ability to inspire and mentor teams.
