Executive Chef, Fine Japanese Cuisine

POSITION OVERVIEW

It is the primary responsibility of the Executive Chef for ITO Omakase to oversee the day-to-day running of food service and overall quality of products produced for the restaurant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary:

• Run all aspects of daily operations including but not limited to; managing Member schedules and station assignments, ordering, and receiving products, preparing prep lists and instruction for the team, quality checking products during all stages of preparation, general oversight of production and service, conducting regular internal health and safety inspections, managing daily food cost and spend
• Design and implement menus that fit the requirements of the restaurant as set out by the Executive Chef (Restaurants) and the Executive Director of Culinary Operations
• Provide training materials to front-of-house and back-of-house staff for relevant jobs as it pertains to menu knowledge and cooking procedures
• Set and maintain a very high standard of food quality in preparation and execution
• Ensure food is handled in a respectful manner and is processed and stored in accordance with SNHD regulations
• Adhere to and enforce company policies and statutory requirements with regard to health and safety, sanitation, fire procedures, and HACCP
• Ensure safe and proper use of equipment
• Ensure kitchen equipment is in good working order and address any equipment issues promptly
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in and around all culinary work areas
• Teach, develop, and support the culinary team as needed
• Work with General Manager and front-of-house staff to ensure a positive guest experience
• Maintain food cost, labor cost, supply cost, and other controllable expenses within budget guidelines
• Minimize waste and spoilage by monitoring occupancy forecasts
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings with staff
• Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added to or modified as deemed necessary