ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

- Manage all activities in the kitchen, including food preparation and production, and management and training of kitchen staff

- Ensure efficient, cost-effective operation and profitability of food production

- Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order

- Ensure that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner

- Assume the role as Executive Chef in their absence

- Assure adherence to all standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation in conjunction with the specifications

- Monitor holding and storage operations, stocking and food rotation, and guarantee food service sanitation standards are met

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

- Ability to work safely and prevent personal injury

- Commitment to the safety of fellow co-workers and our guests, and the ability to demonstrate that commitment through daily actions.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TEAMWORK/DEPARTMENT

- Related duties as assigned based on extensive experience working in an entertainment venue

- Assist all other kitchen team members as needed

- Create and maintain a sense of urgency

- Appear in uniform for all shifts and promotional activities at scheduled time

- Other job-related duties as assigned

- Inform management of any complaint, comments or incidents

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

- High school or GED equivalent required, formal culinary training or associate degree in culinary arts preferred

- 21+ years of age required

- Minimum 2-5 years cooking experience in a fine dining environment and experience in a culinary leadership role preferred

- Proof of eligibility to work in the United Stated

- Possession of/or ability to possess a valid Safe Food Manager Certification

WORKING KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

- Basic Restaurant operations

- Opening and closing duties

- Knowledge of food recipes

- Proper lifting techniques

- Food presentation

- High volume operations

- Sanitation and safety

SKILLS/ABILITY TO:

- Demonstrate a positive attitude at all times

- Keep an open and objective view

- Listen effectively, empathetically and be respectful at all times

- Communicate assertively

- Maintain personal integrity

- Work as a team, stay organized, multi-task, and prioritize

- Communicate with employees

- Maintain confidentiality

- Consistently maintain a well-groomed appearance, posture, and hygiene

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

- Must have a good positive energy to make it through the shift

- Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the venue

- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time throughout the shift

- Must be able to read the computer monitors

- Be observant and quick to respond to various situations

- Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors

- Must be dexterous and able to participate in all service aspects

- Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend, climb, and carry as necessary

- Must be able to carry and lift up to 50 lbs.

- Use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls

- Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volume

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

- Work varied shifts including weekends and holidays

- Must be flexible on shifts and days off

- Fast paced, high volume, high energy and loud working environment

- Work may be performed in small areas and varying conditions of noise level, temperature, lighting, and air quality

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Ekko Lounge is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualifies applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Become part of Ekko Lounge! Ekko Lounge is a sport bar and lounge. Ekko Lounge is a casual, upbeat and fun place to work. As a soon to be local favorite and a destination for watching everyone’s favorite sporting events, there’s always something happening at Ekko Lounge. You can be proud of being part of our team serving great American Cuisine with a Cajun flair. Our employees enjoy working for and take pride in our innovative company that is growing and has opportunities for advancement.

We look forward to you becoming part of the Ekko Lounge team today!

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