Restaurant Chef jobs in Southaven, MS

Multi-Unit operator is seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join our team.

In this position, the ideal candidate will :

• Maintain impeccable cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards in the ktichen.
• Have 7 years experience in culinary arts, including previous experience managing BOH high-volume, upper casual dining and banquets.
• Demonstrate a working understanding of business operations and financials including ability to manage costs, control expenses and maintain financial goals while delivering and extraordinary dining experience to guests.
• Demonstrate knowledge of best practices for menu development, costing, ordering, and inventory procedures
• Possess a passion for culinary arts, strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills, inspiring and motivating the BOH team.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring they adhere to food safety and sanitation standards
• Monitor food production to maintain consistency in taste and presentation
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and improve existing recipes
• Oversee inventory control and ordering of food supplies
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Handle customer inquiries or concerns regarding food quality or dietary restrictions

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Chef or similar role in a high-volume, upper casual or fine dining restaurant or banquet setting
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Proficiency in inventory control and cost management
• Familiarity with bartending and beverage service is a plus
• Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to various dining preferneces and dietary restrictions
• Knowledge of food safety and health regulations and commitment to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Knowledge of wine and spirits
• A degree in culinary arts or equivalent culinary education and ServSafe certification is preferred but not required

We offer competitive pay based on demonstrated experience.

If you are passionate about developing and leading a kitchen staff, and providing exceptional dining experiences to exceed our guests' expectations, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with any relevant certifications or references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 7 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Fine dining restaurant
• Upscale casual restaurant

Ability to Relocate:

• Jackson, TN 38305: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person