Job Description & Requirements
We specializes in creating wholesome, delicious, and convenient meal plans tailored to our customers dietary needs and preferences. We deliver freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced meals to homes and offices, focusing on quality, variety, and exceptional taste.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and ensure the highest standards of food preparation, menu development, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Culinary Leadership
- Oversee and lead all kitchen operations, including meal preparation, cooking, plating, and packaging for delivery.
- Create innovative and diverse meal plans that cater to various dietary needs
- Ensure all meals meet quality, taste, and hygiene standards.
2. Menu Development
- Design and test new recipes that align with customer preferences and seasonal availability.
- Incorporate feedback from customers and the operations team to refine menus.
- Balance creativity with cost control to optimize profitability.
3. Kitchen Management
- Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
- Ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.
- Monitor inventory levels, oversee procurement, and minimize food waste.
4. Operational Efficiency
- Collaborate with the operations team to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
- Streamline processes to improve kitchen efficiency and productivity.
- Manage kitchen budgets, including food costs, labor costs, and equipment maintenance.
5. Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular taste tests and quality checks to ensure consistency.
- Stay updated on food trends and dietary innovations to keep offerings competitive.
- Implement customer feedback to continually enhance meal offerings.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef, preferably in meal prep, catering, or high-volume kitchens.
- Strong understanding of dietary preferences, nutrition, and portion control.
- Strong culinary background with expertise in various cooking techniques and cuisines.
- Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP certification preferred).
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in tingkat kitchen operations.
