Benefits:

401(k)
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance

Summary of Position:

Directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation, and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards
Provide orientation of company and department rules, policies, and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen employees
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs
Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items
Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in the correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures
Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes, and waste control procedures
Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures
Oversee the training of the kitchen personnel in the safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils
Responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation process
Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas
Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
Provide safety training in first aid, lifting and carrying objects, and handling hazardous materials

Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook, and expediter
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel, and guests
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Founded in 2006, Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar began in the heart of the midwest. What started as a dream to recreate the ‘hometown tavern’ quickly grew to a household favorite. Big Whiskey’s continues to grow its roots in the heart of the communities we are located in.

With a commitment to friendly service, consistent and delicious cocktails and food, and integrating itself into community giveback, BW provides a safe and welcoming environment to all its employees. We are growing fast and are looking for dedicated team members to join our family and make history!

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