Head Chef

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all kitchen activities, ensuring food quality, brand standards, food safety, and operational efficiency. Key Highlights: 1. Team leadership and management 2. Focus on quality and results 3. Cost management and standardization **Job Mission** Responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all kitchen activities, ensuring dish quality, adherence to brand standards, food safety, and operational efficiency, aligned with business results. **Main Responsibilities** * Plan, organize, and supervise daily kitchen operations and team activities. * Develop, standardize, and monitor technical specifications (recipes), ensuring quality and appropriate cost control. * Ensure compliance with hygiene, food safety, and good manufacturing practices (ANVISA). * Manage inventory, expiration dates, storage, and waste. * Place ingredient orders, track deliveries, and conduct inventories. * Train, develop, and evaluate the kitchen team. * Ensure accurate menu execution, proper dish presentation, and timely delivery. * Collaborate with management for continuous process and performance improvement. * Support menu item creation and updates when necessary. **Requirements** * Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role. * Technical knowledge of food preparation, cooking, plating, and standardization. * Proficiency in food handling best practices. * Skills in team management and cost control. * Organization, leadership, and decision-making abilities. * Flexible availability regarding working hours. **Behavioral Competencies** * Leadership and ownership mindset * Clear and objective communication * Organization and planning * Resilience and pressure management * Focus on quality and results * Teamwork **Preferred Qualifications** * Degree in Gastronomy * Experience in high-volume bars and restaurants * Familiarity with performance indicators and COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree * On-site meal * Union agreement (R$ 25.00/month) * Medical and dental assistance * 30% discount at Brewteco locations * Birthday benefit: 1 paid day off + R$ 100.00 Brewcheque voucher * SESC partnerships * Educational agreements: Estácio, UVA, and Anhanguera