Looking to join a fun and energetic work environment? Look no further than The Drake Kitchen Bar! We are near beautiful Lake Eola area and are looking for the perfect candidates to complete our team!Job Description and Overview

Responsible for assisting the Culinary management team in all aspects of prep, execution and service management in back of house operations and personnel, including but not limited to:

• Ensure the proper line and stations set up and quality preparation and execution and menu items to spec.
• Ensure proper preparation of all menu items especially those within your immediate department.
• Responsible for New hire training and ongoing training of team members assigned to your immediate department or station.
• Involvement in coaching, staff development and accountability standards
• Must be aware of Proper handling and storage of all food and chemical items according to standards.
• Assist in coordinating purchase of food products as needed.
• Assist in the timely development and implementation of menu items and recipes.
• Maintain a firm grasp & knowledge of food and labor cost to desired company goals without compromising standards
• Assist in the process of organizing, training and enforcing kitchen policies, procedures and standards.
• Assists in the execution of special events.

Essential Qualifications/Skills:

• Possess strong work and people skills and the ability to lead by example, being a fair, consistent and approachable team member.

Three to five years’ experience in the culinary position of upscale multi-functional restaurant/hotel kitchens.

• Ability to perform tasks within the position; prioritize, organize and in some cases delegate work assignments.
• Ability to work all stations in the kitchen at a highly competent level for an upscale restaurant.
• Ability to partner with the Chefs Team in strategic and tactical decisions, including menu planning, staffing, training, purchasing, etc.
• Ability to effectively train new staff to be successful in their positions.
• Ability to maximize food cost efficiency through proper preparation, storage and rotation for minimal waste.
• Ability to schedule staff by business levels in an efficient and consistent manner.
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Punctuality and regular, reliable attendance
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others and the public
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.
• Be flexible in hours /shifts
• Be responsible for all aspects of the operation including guest satisfaction, human resources, financial performance, sales and revenue generation among others.
• Assists the management in the development and implementation of restaurant wide strategies.
• Ensure implementation of the standards and ethos with the objective of meeting or exceeding guest and organizational expectations.
• Previous comparable position in a similar environment preferred
• Culinary educational background a plus
• Food handling certificateReady to join? Send us your resume to set up an interview.

Job Perks:

• Full and Part Time Available
• Member discounts
• Major holidays off
• Super chill & inclusive environment
• Growth opportunities
• Performance bonuses

Ready to join? Send us your resume to set up an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Upscale casual restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person