Chef, Authentic Mexican Cuisine
Full Time • Corporate
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
If you have a passion for Mexican cuisine and a desire to lead a team in creating memorable dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you!
We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef with expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine to lead and inspire our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of traditional and contemporary Mexican culinary techniques, ingredients, and flavors, along with the creativity to craft innovative dishes. The Chef will be responsible for menu development, kitchen operations, team leadership, and ensuring a high standard of food quality and presentation. If you have a passion for Mexican cuisine and a desire to lead a team in creating memorable dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Menu Development:
- Create and refine a menu showcasing authentic and innovative Mexican dishes.
- Source and incorporate traditional and seasonal ingredients to enhance menu offerings.
- Collaborate with management to align the menu with the restaurant’s concept and vision.
2. Kitchen Operations:
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to health and safety standards.
- Maintain an organized and clean kitchen environment.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage food costs effectively.
3. Team Leadership:
- Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistent food quality and preparation techniques.
- Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.
- Schedule and supervise kitchen staff to ensure adequate coverage.
- Lead a team, and support new store openings, menu implementation, and vendor relationships.
4. Food Quality and Presentation:
- Ensure all dishes meet high standards of flavor, quality, and presentation.
- Innovate and adapt recipes to meet customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Conduct regular tastings and quality checks.
5. Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Implement and enforce kitchen policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular audits to maintain hygiene and operational standards.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Chef specializing in Mexican cuisine, with a portfolio of authentic and creative dishes.
- Culinary degree or equivalent training and certifications.
- Strong knowledge of traditional Mexican cooking techniques, ingredients, and regional specialties.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Passion for Mexican cuisine and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in menu planning and cost control.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
- Familiarity with modern culinary techniques and fusion concepts involving Mexican cuisine.
Work Environment: This role requires standing for extended periods, handling hot equipment, and working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed is essential.
Sun Holdings was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan. The company provides world-class management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. The businesses serviced include over a thousand Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, and Taco Bueno locations in 27 States. The collective portfolio of restaurants that Sun supports makes up the 2nd largest franchisee organization in the U.S. according to the Mega 99 2022 rankings.
Mission
Mission
Our mission is to create great locations and facilities so each unit operates at maximum potential. Our goal is to satisfy our customers' demands and exceed expectations for the products and services each brand offers. As we continue to expand, we want to hire dedicated staff and run a proficient business.
Vision
Vision
To be the nation’s leading retail and restaurant management-services company in total sales, operational metrics, customer satisfaction, and unit-level economics.
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401(K)
Health Insurance
Vision & Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
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