Smokey’s
HeadChef
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“Head Chef at Smokey’s. Supervise cooking and kitchen personnel. Create daily plans for kitchen operations”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Food Handler certificate, Hands-on leadership skills, Excellent customer service, Time management skills
Nice to Have
Culinary degree
What You'll Do.
Supervise cooking and kitchen personnel
Create daily plans for kitchen operations
Execute daily plans for kitchen operations
Manage staff performance
Ensure equipment is clean
Ensure equipment is in working condition
Maintain quality standards
Serve guests the best possible product
Full Job Description
**Head Chef** **Smokey’s** **Manitowish Waters, WI** A taste of northern Wisconsin nostalgia, with a modern twist! Smokey’s is an intimate Wisconsin Northwoods supper club that offers exquisite cuisine in a casually elegant setting. We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and prepare delicious meals for our guests. The Head Chef will lead and direct line cooks, as well as open, prepare and close the kitchen. If you have Wisconsin roots or just love classic supper club-style cuisine, this is the opportunity for you! **Hours:** Full-time - five nights a week, including weekends and some holidays. This position is in Manitowish Waters, WI. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. **Position Responsibilities** * Supervise cooking and kitchen personnel. * Create and execute daily plans for kitchen operations and manage staff performance. * Monitor inventory and place orders. * Ensure all equipment is clean and in working condition. * Maintain quality standards, ensuring guests are served the best possible product! **Minimum Requirements** * High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary degree **preferred.** * Food Handler certificate. * Strong, hands-on leadership skills with excellent customer service and time management. **Benefits** * Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that _starts day one_! * Paid holidays, five days of PTO and paid March closure. * Free gym membership at The MAC. **About EAU Holdings** EAU Holdings' mission is to enhance the community of Manitowish Waters by developing and operating businesses with an emphasis on quality and customer service. We strive to make a great place even better for both tourists and residents. Smokey's is a _Drug-Free Workplace_ EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled NOCBPOST #LI-DNI (#IN-EAU)
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