Job Description

About Us: The client of Insight Global is a premier dining destination in Nashville, offering an authentic and exquisite Beijing-style cuisine experience. With an emphasis on impeccable service, high-quality ingredients, and traditional flavors, the restaurant aims to deliver an unforgettable dining experience in an elegant and contemporary atmosphere. The client is looking for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead operations and elevate the brand to new heights.

The client of Insight Global is seeking an admirable Chef de Cuisine to lead and inspire the kitchen staff in the creation of culinary masterpieces. The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for designing the menu, hiring and training kitchen staff, collaborating with restaurant management, optimizing staff productivity, and stepping in to help wherever needed.

To ensure success, the candidate should have excellent leadership skills with experience managing a team of kitchen staff in a high-pressure environment. Top candidates are creative individuals with a passion for great food and excellent service.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all food meets the highest quality standards and is served on time.
• Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish.
• Coordinating kitchen staff, and assisting them as required.
• Hiring and training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items.
• Stocktaking ingredients and equipment, and placing orders as needed.
• Enforcing best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Creating new recipes to regularly update the menu.
• Keeping track of new trends in the industry.
• Incorporating feedback from restaurant staff and patrons to make improvements or resolve issues.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Qualification from a culinary school.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
• In-depth knowledge of food principles and best practices.
• Passion for creating incredible food that delights and attracts customers.
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Creative, innovative thinking.
• Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Experience managing inventories and stocktaking.
• Available to work on-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays.
• Strong knowledge of Beijing-style cuisine and a passion for culinary excellence.

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