Head Chef
Company: Snooze
Location: Nashville
Posted on: October 23, 2024
Job Description:
Snooze - Who Are We?
Morning people! Yes, we are thosepeople. We are a full-service
breakfast restaurant, and we want each morning tofeel like your
weekend and happy hour rolled into one - no matter which side
ofnoon it's on. We're the place where you can be you, and where our
regulars areanything but. Everyone's welcome at our table because
the same goes for ourpeople as it does for our dishes: the
unexpected twists are what makes them sospecial. The Head Chef Role
at SnoozeAs a Snooze Head Chef, you are responsible for ensuring
thehighest quality of food and standards in and out of the Heart of
House (kitchenor BOH). Your primary duties include leadingall
kitchen functions involving food purchasing, storage and
inventory,preparation and overall adherence to Snooze quality,
methods and safety and sanitationstandards. You are the leader in
training all Snoozers in methods of cooking,preparation, plate
presentation, portion and cost control and cleanliness. Itis your
responsibility to efficiently staff and schedule your kitchen
adequatelyto facilitate preparation and execute production while
maintaining standardlabor costs. Your goal is to maintain the "WOW"
factor of Snooze food, whilecreating an environment that fosters
creativity, education, and personaldevelopment. While your main
objectivesrevolve around the kitchen, you will collaborate closely
with the Front ofHouse to ensure a seamless flow of service,
address guest feedback, and assistwith opening and closing duties
in the Front of House. The Benefits!
At Snooze, we not only want to pay you for the great work you do
each and everyday, but we also want to help you take care of
yourself and your family. Belowis a breakdown of a few benefits
Snooze offers for this position.
- Competitive quarterly operational performance bonus
- Additional competitive yearly bonus for incredible P&L
management
- Long-term incentive program rewarding 5 years of service with a
cash bonus, time off, and funds for personal development
- No late nights-you'll be home by dinner time every night!
- $50 per month for cell phone reimbursement due to using your
personal phone for restaurant support (reimbursed monthly)
- Weekly pay and competitive hourly rates
- Competitive Basic Health, Dental, Visions, Pet, and Accident
Insurance Plans
- Employer paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Plans
- 401k/Roth 401k Plans
- Unlimited affordable Telehealth program
- 120 Hours (15 days) of vacation time accrued per year and paid
at a regular rate
- 40 Hours (5 days) of paid sick time paid at regular rate per
year
- Four (4) Paid Holidays - Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
to spend time with family and friends
- 8 Hours (1 day) of paid community volunteer time paid at
regular rate per hour
- 100% paid meal benefits
- Other benefits including potential field trips, community
engagement, personal and professional growth, and advancement
opportunities
- Unlimited dance parties!
The Position Specifics
- Use efficient and effectivetime management to aid in the
overall creation of a happy kitchen that servesthe best Snooze food
every day.
- Be knowledgeable ofSnooze policies regarding personnel and
administer prompt, fair and consistentcorrective action for any and
all violations of company policies, rules andprocedures.
- Maintain quality standardsaccording to the guidelines of Snooze
Food and Beverage, ensuring the bestpossible product goes in and
out of the kitchen doors.
- Ensurethat all food and beverage products are consistently
prepared and served accordingto the restaurant's recipes,
portioning, cooking, and serving standards.Conduct regular tastings
to maintain consistency and address any issuespromptly.
- AchieveSnooze objectives in sales, service, safety and
sanitation, facilitymaintenance and food and beverage quality by
effectively training Snoozers andproviding a positive, productive
working environment.
- Maintain Snooze's standards forexceptional guest experience and
satisfaction with the ability to lead guestrecovery in the event
issues arise on shift.
- Assist the GeneralManager and management team in making
employment and termination decisionsincluding interviewing, hiring,
training, evaluating, reviewing, and coaching hourly Snoozers as
appropriate.
- Ensure the proper training of all Snoozersin safety and
sanitation practices, equipment operation and proper kitchen
toolusage.
- Prepare all requiredpaperwork, including inventory, ordering,
forms, reports and schedules in anorganized and timely manner.
- Ensure that allequipment is kept clean and in excellent working
condition through personalinspection and preventative maintenance
plans.
- Control food, beverage,and dry goods cost and usage by
following proper and responsible requisition ofproducts from
vendors, organized product storage procedures, standard recipesand
waste control efforts.
- Controland monitor the purchasing, receiving, inventory, and
cost management of allfood and beverage products.
- Control labor cost byscheduling based upon forecasted sales,
positions needed, and proper timemanagement.
- Lead the instructionand training of Snooze's basic safety and
sanitation procedures and guidelinesto all staff.
- Identify and recruit outstandingtalent by conducting effective
and fair interviews to elevate and buildSnooze's team of hourly
talent.
- Controlcash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and
reconciliationprocedures in accordance with Snooze policies and
procedures.
- Support with opening and closingprocedures of the Front of
House and Heart of House following Snooze's "Open toClose"
guidelines.
- Create a fun, safe andrewarding work environment for all
Snoozers. Is this the role for you?Head Chefs at Snooze...
- Must be 21 years of age and be authorized towork in the United
States.
- Have knowledge of food, beverage, and servicegenerally
involving at least 3+ years of operations and leadership
experience.
- Possess excellent basic math skills and canoperate a cash
register and Point of Sale system. Must also be able tocommunicate
and understand the predominant language (s) of the
restaurant'strading area.
- Be able to work in a standing position forlong periods of time
(up to 10 hours) and have the stamina to work 50 to 55hours per
week.
Let's talk about safetyYour safety is our #1 priority. Because
ofthat, it is every Snoozer's responsibility to ensure cleanliness,
sanitation,and safety within our restaurants. We hold both Snoozers
and guests accountableto our Safety Guidelines. We require daily
wellness checks from all Snoozersand are committed to a safe
working environment.Snooze is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Associated topics: catering, commercial, commercial kitchen,
corporate, culinary, executive kitchen, head chef, lead, restaurant
assistant chef, salad chef
Keywords: Snooze, Nashville , Head Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , Nashville, Tennessee
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