What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef position at Confidential ( Los Angeles)?
We are seeking an outgoing Chef for our newly built rooftop restaurant at World’s Greatest Wax Museum, Madame Tussauds in the heart of Hollywood on Hollywood Blvd. The ideal candidate will possess experience in onsite catering, high volume full dinning and QSR. About the Role: The executive Chef oversees kitchen operations, developing recipes, managing food inventory and costs, training, and supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food safety and quality standards are met, and collaborating with other departments within the restaurant. A genuine passion for providing the highest level of food to all our guests while maintaining a standard of excellence. Availability to work 10 – 12 hours per day, including late nights, weekends, and holidays. Compensation for this opportunity is 80k-90k/year (rate is dependent upon skills and experience related to this opportunity). • Experience in managing high-volume kitchen operations with a focus on quality and efficiency in a sous or chef role. • Ability to lead and manage a team of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management. • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with other departments, such as front-of-house, bar, and events. • Flexibility and adaptability to handle unexpected situations, including equipment malfunctions and staff shortages. • Creativity and passion for food and culinary trends, with a willingness to experiment and take risks to create unique and memorable dining experiences. • Ability to manage inventory and food costs develop vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure profitability. • Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures, as well as experience implementing and enforcing them in a fast-paced environment • Expertise in menu planning and development, including the ability to create dishes that are both innovative and cost-effective. • Work a minimum of 50 hours/per week. About You: Education and Experience: • Several years of experience in a high-volume kitchen as a chef or sous • Experience managing a kitchen team of 25 • Ability to work long hours and handle high-pressure situations. • Knowledge of food safety regulations and health codes Basic Skills: • Strong leadership and communication skills to manage and train kitchen staff. • Organizational and time management skills to ensure efficient kitchen operations. • Financial management skills to manage inventory, food costs, and budgeting. • Flexibility and adaptability to adjust menus and dishes according to dietary restrictions and customer preferences. • Expertise in food preparation, cooking techniques, and flavor combinations • Ability to develop unique and innovative dishes. Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand for extended periods of time. • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and climb stairs. • Manual dexterity in using kitchen equipment and tools. • Ability to work in a hot, noisy, and fast-paced environment. About the Perks: In return you will find a competitive salary and benefits package including affordable and robust medical, vision & dental plans, company-paid life insurance and 401(k) matching plan offering, free entry to all our Merlin attractions worldwide - which also extend to family and friends, and much more.In addition, you can expect continued growth of joining an exciting, global organization. About Us: Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like LEGOLAND theme parks, Madame Tussauds wax museums, SEA LIFE Aquariums, and LEGO Discovery Centers. We operate over 140 attractions across 24 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 67 million visitors a year. Our company and its people are defined by the 7 values that make up “The Merlin Way”: We love what we do, We care, We are innovative and fast moving, We do what we say, We make every dollar count, We take ownership, and we do it all For the love of fun. Everyone Matters at Merlin. At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry. We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform their best at interview, so if you have any additional requirements due to ill health or a disability , please contact our friendly team to have a discussion. You can get in contact at NAPeopleHUB@merlinentertainments.biz
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