Head Chef

Yakitori Specialist (Temporary Position) – WakuWaku x Oldies WakuWaku x Oldies is seeking a skilled and passionate individual to take care of the yakitori section of our restaurant. This is a temporary position ideal for someone with experience in Japanese cuisine, particularly grilling yakitori. The role involves preparing, cooking, and serving high-quality yakitori dishes while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and customer service. If you have a love for Japanese food and enjoy working in a dynamic and friendly environment, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Caribbean Baker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and a deep understanding of traditional Caribbean recipes and techniques. You will be responsible for preparing a variety of baked goods, including bread, patties, cakes, and other traditional foods, ensuring that each product meets our high standards of quality and authenticity. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and bake a variety of Caribbean bread, including coco bread, hard dough bread, and roti. - Make traditional Caribbean patties, including beef, chicken, and vegetable fillings etc. - Create a range of Caribbean cakes and pastries, such as rum cake, black cake, and coconut tarts. - Produce other traditional Caribbean foods, including festival, cassava pone, and patties. - Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following health and safety guidelines. - Ensure all baked goods are prepared to the highest standards of quality and taste. - Collaborate with the team to develop and introduce new products. - Manage inventory and order supplies as needed. - Provide excellent customer service, including handling special orders and customer inquiries. Qualifications: - Proven experience as a baker, with a focus on Caribbean cuisine. - Deep knowledge of traditional Caribbean baking techniques and recipes. - Ability to work early mornings or afternoon-evening, weekends, and holidays as needed. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Excellent time management and organizational skills. - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. - Good communication and interpersonal skills. - Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy ingredients and equipment. Preferred: - Culinary degree or equivalent certification in baking and pastry arts. Or - Previous experience working in a bakery or restaurant specializing in Caribbean cuisine. What We Offer: - Competitive salary based on experience. - Opportunities for professional development and growth. - A supportive and collaborative work environment. - Employee discounts on bakery products. Join our team and help us bring the taste of the Caribbean to our community!

Job Duties: Responsible for successful operation of all dining services. Responsible for providing overall leadership and management of dining services operations and ensuring adequate coverage of department. Operating the department withing stipulated budget and being financially accountable for the dining services department. Conducting safety and sanitation programs, conducting inventory and rotation of products, keeping accurate records. Responsible for participating in interviewing, hiring, scheduling, in-service training, evaluating, and terminating of all Dining Services staff. Implement and monitor Pinnacle/facility Policies and Procedures. Assure that the facility follows City, State, and Federal regulations. Implement seasonal menus for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter. Ensure that all meals are nutritious, palatable, and satisfying by overseeing the preparation and serving of all meals and snacks. Heavy focus on the “center of the plate”. Ensure staff follow menus, spreadsheets, standardized recipes, mechanically altered diets and menu preference sheets and job flows. Ensure all residents are served the diet as prescribed by MD/ Dietitian. Organize and maintain current diet order for all residents. Complete residents Nutritional History Questionnaires, Nutritional Observations, MDS supporting materials and other nutrition documents in a timely manner. Maintain necessary Food Service records. I.e.: Menus, Spreadsheets, Recipes, all Kitchen Logs, weekly operation reports, and all Food Supplier invoices. Inventory and order all food and supplies while staying within assigned budget. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Required Skills/Abilities: Prior experience in a similar role required Prior supervisory experience required Great communication and interpersonal skill are a must Ability to operate cooking and food preparation equipment. Understanding of proper food handling and sanitation procedures. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required Serve Safe Certification CDM Certification or enrolled in the course Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods standing and walking. Must be able to access and navigate all areas. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. May be required work in excessive heat and cold in association with the kitchen environment.

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The Omakase Head Chef is responsible for preparing and presenting a multi-course Japanese meal to guests, based on the chef's selection of the freshest and most seasonal ingredients available. The Omakase Head Chef must have a deep understanding of Japanese cuisine and a mastery of traditional Japanese cooking techniques. The ideal candidate will be creative, passionate, and have a strong work ethic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare and present a multi-course Japanese meal to guests, based on the chef's selection of the freshest and most seasonal ingredients available. Train Sous Chef on preparation and task-at-hand. Develop and maintain relationships with local purveyors to ensure access to the highest quality ingredients. Create and maintain a clean and organized work area. Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines. Work closely with the Sous Chef to develop and implement new menu items and specials. Oversees the kitchen staff and ensures that all dishes are prepared to standards. Represent the restaurant in a positive and professional manner. Qualifications: Minimum of 1 years of experience in a Japanese restaurant, Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and cooking techniques. Excellent knife skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Creative and passionate about food. Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Job Details We are looking for a professional line cook to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Line cook duties will consist of assisting the executive with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals. 2 Years experience cooking in high volume restaurant. Responsibilities Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces) Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff Answer, report and follow executive instructions Clean up station and take care of leftover food Stock inventory appropriately Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers Skills Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks Familiar with industry’s best practices Required Skills Proven Cooking Experience Understanding of Various Cooking Methods, Ingredients, Equipment, and Procedures Accuracy in Executing Tasks Speed in Executing Tasks Knowledge of Industry Best Practices