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Midwest Foods

Culinary Operations Specialist

Kenosha, WI · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

We are hiring a Food Innovation & Product Development Assistant to join our culinary innovation ... You will work directly with our Culinary Director to take products from the test kitchen to full ...

Ebenezer

Culinary Assistant - AL

River Falls, WI · On-site

$18.12 - $26.17/hr

... Assistant/Server position. This role is responsible for dining room and to go meal service to ... Refers issues to Executive Director and Culinary Director as appropriate. Required Qualifications ...

Ebenezer

Culinary Assistant - AL

River Falls, WI

$18.12 - $26.17/hr

... Assistant/Server position. This role is responsible for dining room and to go meal service to ... Refers issues to Executive Director and Culinary Director as appropriate. Required Qualifications ...

Sysco

Culinary Specialist - Baraboo, WI

Baraboo, WI · On-site

$33K - $44K/yr

... direct selling of categories to customers through internal and external business reviews. The ... This position may also be responsible for supervising kitchen assistant(s) or culinary interns.

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What is an assistant culinary director?

An Assistant Culinary Director is a professional who supports the Culinary Director in overseeing kitchen operations, menu planning, food preparation, and staff management within a restaurant, hotel, or food service organization. They help ensure that food quality and safety standards are met, assist in training kitchen staff, and may collaborate on developing new recipes or menus. This role combines culinary expertise with leadership and organizational skills to maintain efficient kitchen workflows and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant culinary director?

To thrive as an Assistant Culinary Director, you need strong culinary expertise, experience in kitchen management, and a relevant degree or certification in culinary arts or hospitality. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and food safety certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Exceptional leadership, time management, and communication skills help you coordinate kitchen staff and maintain high service standards. These skills ensure efficient kitchen operations, consistent food quality, and a positive dining experience for guests.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant culinary director, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Culinary Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with hands-on kitchen management, maintaining high food quality standards across multiple outlets, and managing a diverse culinary team. Effectively addressing these challenges involves strong organizational skills, clear communication, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Proactively implementing standardized procedures and providing ongoing training can also help ensure consistency and support staff development.

What is the difference between Assistant Culinary Director vs Executive Chef?

AspectAssistant Culinary DirectorExecutive Chef
CredentialsTypically requires culinary degree or equivalent experienceRequires culinary degree, extensive experience, and often certification
Work EnvironmentSupports culinary operations, assists in menu development, oversees staffManages kitchen operations, leads culinary team, ensures food quality
Industry UsageCommon in large hospitality or restaurant groups, corporate settingsFound in restaurants, hotels, resorts, and culinary establishments

The Assistant Culinary Director primarily supports the culinary leadership by assisting with operations and staff management, while the Executive Chef is responsible for overall kitchen management, menu creation, and food quality. Both roles require culinary expertise, but the Executive Chef holds a more senior, decision-making position.

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Sous Chef | Kitchen Manager | Assistant Culinary Director

Heritage Senior Living

West Allis, WI

$49K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Heritage Senior Living (Wisconsin) rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Sous Chef | Kitchen Assistant Manager | Assistant Culinary Director | Full-Time 

Heritage Senior Living | Milwaukee and Surrounding areas

Heritage Senior Living is exceptional team-orientated organization with a growth mindset. We’re dedicated to providing our employees with the resources and tools they need to grow professionally and personally. We believe everyone wants to become the very best version of themselves. We’re here to help them along the way!

Why you should join Heritage:

  • **Immediate Pay – on-demand access to your pay as you work**
  • **Flexible Scheduling – shifts ending no later than 7 P.M.**
  • **Exceptional company benefits including, 401k with company match, Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, and an Employee Discount Program**

What makes a Sous Chef successful?

  • Caring & compassionate attitude for others
  • Thorough understanding of sanitation and infection control practices
  • Strong customer service focus; ability to multitask
  • Excellent communication skills; ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Experience in a manager, assistant manager and/or supervisor role
  • Experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, cooking, plating, culinary arts, and/or hospitality is preferred

Responsibilities:

  • Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and staff
  • Assist executive chef with daily culinary and administrative tasks; also following those assigned by executive and assistant director
  • Assisting with maintaining order and discipline in kitchen, record keeping, inventory management, purchase orders; perform executive chef duties in his/her/their absence
  • Become proficient in all kitchen sanctions and cross-train/train new and existing culinary staff on preparation, arrangement, and plating of dishes per the current menu set by the company
  • Maintain comfort, privacy, and dignity of our residents

Requirements:

  • Ability to speak, read and write English
  • High school diploma, GED, or 1-3 months related experience or training preferred
  • Must submit and pass all applicable pre-employment and annual tests and meet all training and other applicable state and federal guidelines

What you can expect from us:

  • Hiring manager will contact you within 1-5 business days of your application submission
  • Complete 1-2 interview(s) via phone, virtual video, or in-person interview and meet with immediate supervisor and mentor
  • Upon receiving the job offer, review job description, and complete new-hire tasks and paperwork (via the Paycom application)
  • Receive name badge, keys, and tour of the community
  • Complete New-Hire Orientation, CBRF classes (as needed), and job-related training
  • Receive continuous training to provide exceptional care and customer service to our residents

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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