Head Chef

Full job description

Hotep Consulting is seeking to fill the Head Chef in Nashville, TN. At Hotep, we strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, a matching 401k plan, and other benefits given below, excellent training, and a vibrant working environment. Our employees are exceptional, giving us a competitive advantage by innovating solutions with a strong sense of mission and integrity.

One of our clients in Nashville, TN needs a Head Chef for a full-time position.

• Position : Head Chef
• Location : Nashville, TN
• Position Type: Full-time position
• Travel: On-site

Job Description:

Head Chef, you are ultimately responsible for ensuring the highest quality of food and standards in and out of the kitchen. Your primary duties include leading all kitchen functions involving food purchasing, storage and inventory, preparation, and overall adherence to Snooze quality, methods, and safety and sanitation standards. You are the leader in training all Snoozers in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control, and cleanliness. It is your responsibility to efficiently staff and schedule your kitchen adequately to facilitate preparation and execute production while maintaining standard labor costs. Your ultimate goal is to maintain the “WOW” factor of Snooze food while creating an environment that fosters creativity, education, and personal development.

The Position Specifics

• Accurately manage all Heart of House Snoozers to ensure adherence to all Snooze policies, efficient, careful, and effective use of time, and overall creation of a happy kitchen serving the best Snooze food every day.
• Be knowledgeable of Snooze policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Maintain quality standards according to the guidelines of Snooze Food, ensuring the best possible product goes in and out of the kitchen doors.
• Assist the GM and management team in making employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, reviewing, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Properly train all Heart of House Snoozers about the practices regarding cleanliness, sanitation, equipment safety, and proper kitchen tool usage.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including inventory, ordering, forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and preventative maintenance plans.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper and responsible requisition of products from vendors, organized product storage procedures, standard recipes,and waste control efforts.
• Control labor costs by scheduling based on forecasted sales, positions needed, and proper time management.
• Lead the instruction and training of Snooze's basic safety and sanitation procedures and guidelines to all staff.
• Create a fun, safe, and rewarding work environment for all Snooze kitchen employees.

Is this the role for you?

• Must be 21 years of age and be authorized to work in the United States.
• Have knowledge of food, beverage, and service generally involving at least 3+ years of operations and leadership experience.
• Possesses excellent basic math skills and can operate a cash register and Point of Sale system. Must also be able to communicate and understand the predominant language (s) of the restaurant’s trading area.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours) and have the stamina to work 50 to 55 hours per week.

Head Chef Bonus Incentives

• Snooze Sunny Side Up Management Bonus Program with the potential to earn up to 15% of your annual base salary.
• Additional Extra Hash bonus with the ability to make up to an additional $3,000 in performance bonuses above and beyond our regular bonus incentive plan.
• An incentive program that rewards Head Chefs with a $25,000 cash bonus, one month of paid time off, and $5,000 in experience dollars after 5 years of commitment in one restaurant!

Employee Benefits:

Hotep offers a comprehensive benefits program including various options in these plans:

• Competitive quarterly operational performance bonus
• Additional competitive yearly bonus for incredible P&L management
• Long-term incentive program rewarding 5 years of service with a cash bonus, time off, and funds for personal development
• No late nights—you’ll be home by dinner time every night!
• $50 per month for cell phone reimbursement due to using your personal phone for restaurant support (reimbursed monthly)
• Weekly pay and competitive hourly rates
• Competitive Basic Health, Dental, Visions, Pet, and Accident Insurance Plans
• Employer paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• 401k/Roth 401k Plans
• Unlimited affordable Telehealth program
• 120 Hours (15 days) of vacation time accrued per year and paid at a regular rate
• 40 Hours (5 days) of paid sick time paid at regular rate per year
• Four (4) Paid Holidays - Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day to spend time with family and friends
• 8 Hours (1 day) of paid community volunteer time paid at regular rate per hour
• 100% paid meal benefits
• Other benefits include potential field trips, community engagement, personal and professional growth, and advancement opportunities
• Unlimited dance parties!

If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at with the information requested below: Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you!

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Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions (s) you may have. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Regards,

Meryl Nabi

Recruitment Specialist

Hotep Consulting

Washington, DC

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

Hotep is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental /veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, other non-merit factors, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years
• 5 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 3 years of experience with food, beverage, and Hospitality experience?
• Do you have at least 3 Plus years of experience in operations and leadership experience?
• Do you have experience with Multi-Unit Management?

Work Location: In person