LAKEWOOD, OH
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Head Chef to lead our culinary operations in North Olmsted, OH. The Head Chef will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including menu execution, staff leadership, inventory control, and maintaining the highest food and safety standards. This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-volume setting—perfect for someone who is confident on the line and capable of inspiring a team.
What we can provide you:
- Pay: $45-75k; based on experience
- 5 days a week; roughly 55 hours a week
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on consistency, speed, and quality
- Manage, train, and develop kitchen staff, promoting a positive and efficient work environment
- Ensure all dishes are prepared to spec, maintaining flavor, presentation, and portion standards
- Collaborate with management on menu development and seasonal offerings
- Monitor food and labor costs, minimize waste, and control inventory
- Enforce strict health and safety standards and ensure cleanliness throughout all kitchen areas
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
- Solid understanding of culinary techniques and kitchen operations
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- ServSafe or equivalent food handler certification (preferred)
Minutemen Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.