What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Chef position at Nirvana Wine and Grillerie?
Nirvana Wine & Grillerie is expanding and we are looking for a competitive head chef to take over our Kitchen. We are looking for a leader. Someone who is a self starter and can build and maintain relationships as well as they can build and maintain menus. The current chef and owner have been working together for over 6 years and are hiring to take over our responsibilities so that we can expand. This candidate will have the opportunity to advance. Our menu is chef-driven and inspired by cuisine from all around the world. We specialize in fresh food that is fully prepared in-house from scratch. Nirvana is one of the few restaurants in Vernon Hills that is privately owned. We are seeking a head chef to lead our staff. This person has the opportunity to learn from and add to a very experienced team.
Requirements
- Proven track record building teams and coaching
- Ability to be cross-trained on all stations and train team on all stations
- Willingness to work in an environment with multiple focus areas that include: restaurants, events, and catering
- Full-time position
- AM & PM availability
- Work well in competitive, fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Prepare orders in a timely fashion ensuring food is cooked and plated to the restaurant standard
- Continuously monitor the line for necessary preparation
- Mangae ordering and scheduling while maintaining cost parameters
- Work in a clean, organized fashion following health codes and restaurant guidelines
- Follow all restaurant dress code and hygiene standards
- Show up ready to work on-time
Qualifications
- 3 years of experience as a head chef or executive chef minimum.
- Motivated
- Positive attitude
- Team player
Perks
- Closed on Sunday
- Closed on almost all major holidays
- Opportunity for growth
Benefits
- Group health insurance policy
- 401K
- 3% Retirement contribution matching
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 6 years
Pay rate:
- Yearly pay
Shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work setting:
- Fine dining restaurant
Work Location: One location
Salary : $75,000 - $-1