Chef

Work for a small business with a family atmosphere where you are appreciated and treated with dignity and respect. Low stress environment. Breakfast shift hours with possibility for some flexibility. Possible extended hours for events. Creativity, personal growth, and healthy habits are encouraged.

Duties and responsibilities:

· Serve prepared food in an artistic and creative way

· Prepare food both raw and cooked; using knives, mixers, bowls, various kitchen appliances and tools

· Brew coffees, teas, and create other beverages

· Prepare and serve breakfast for guests

· Assure proper food and beverage storage

· Plan daily and weekly meals/menu

· Assist in catering events

· Compost food waste

· Prepare snacks and hors d’oeuvres for afternoon teas and events

· Maintain and create relationships with local farms and food suppliers to acquire the best, freshest, local, and organic ingredients when applicable

· Send and receive communications with food suppliers, companies, and customers about food quantities, quality, and nutrition

· Keep track of costs and budgets for meals and ingredients

· Care for plants and harvest herbs, flowers, and edibles as needed for food service

· Wash, organize, and store utensils, dishes, and food preparation items

· Clean and maintain kitchen, dining, and others areas of property

· Set tables with linens, china, and flatware etc.

· Clear tables and service patrons in a timely fashion

· Polish silver, plated items, copper, brass, glass and others food service items

· Rearrange furniture according to customer /party needs

· Follow directions of immediate supervisors and customer requests

· Read, write, and communicate in English with correct grammar

Skills, useful knowledge, and personality traits:

o Able to socialize with strangers freely

o Read, speak, and communicate properly in the English language

o Must be able to move aptly up and down stairs

o Must be able to carry 50 pounds up and down stairs

o Knowledge of nutrition, calories, and health benefits of food

o Baking skills

o Cooking skills

o Artistic, fun, and creative

o Bartending/mixology skills a plus

o Barista skills a plus

o Knowledge of latest food and health trends and plus

o Nutrition knowledge and calorie counting ability very important

o Prompt and flexible

o Hard working

o Knowledgeable of local attractions, activities, and events

o Willing to adhere to dress/uniform/appearance policy

o Acting ability a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Physical Setting:

• Fine dining restaurant

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location