Chef

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. GENERAL PURPOSE Responsible for every aspect of culinary creativity and kitchen operations. Accountable for overall food quality while enduring adherence to sanitation and safety standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Applies effective problem-solving techniques under a variety of circumstances to ensure business needs and goals are met. Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance. Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas always. Establishes and maintains relationships with food service vendors and contractors for purchasing. Hands on preparation of all food during scheduled shifts including breakfast, lunch, breaks and special events. Maintains a consistent presence in the front of the house, offering acknowledgement and welcoming customers at all meal periods. Prepares weekly food and product orders based on business needs. Responsible for maintaining departmental budget. Responsible for training, managing kitchen personnel and supervising/coordinating all related culinary activities. Selects and develops recipes; creates menus for all culinary related functions. Establishes food presentation technique and quality standards. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree or two-year Associates degree in applied culinary arts or Hospitality Management or equivalent professional experience required. Five years supervisory experience of a commercial kitchen, private club or other similar food service setting. Skills and Abilities Must have valid Serv Safe Manager and Serv Safe Allergan certifications or obtain within six months of hire. Strong knowledge of county and state food sanitation regulation. Must have extensive knowledge of food production and cooking techniques. Strong business acumen, financial evaluation skills and competency. Skills and Abilities Capable of delegating multiple tasks. Well developed leadership, communications, and interpersonal relationship skills. Proven and in-depth knowledge of hospitality management activities and practices. Able to lift 50lbs. Ability to bend, twist and stand for periods of up to 10 hours. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations. Who We Hire? Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. MillerKnoll is a collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century. We are aware that there are a number of scams targeting current job seekers. MillerKnoll will not ask you to provide money or any financial account information, such as bank account or routing numbers, as part of our application or job offer process. If you suspect a job application related scam involving MillerKnoll, or our collective of brands (Herman Miller, Knoll, KnollTextiles, Muuto, HAY, Geiger, Spinneybeck, Filzfelt, NaughtOne, DatesWeiser, Maharam, Design Within Reach, Maars Living Walls, Edelman Leather, Colebrook Bosson Saunders, Holly Hunt), please contact careers_help@millerknoll.com. Want to be part of a team that’s making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together. Enter your email address to tell us about yourself. We will keep you informed about job opportunities and events that match your interests.