Chef

Description

Olivo seeks a skilled Chef with at least three years of professional experience, including a minimum of two years working in a fast food restaurant setting. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong expertise in food safety and sanitation standards, ingredient knowledge, and kitchen management. This role requires excellent time management skills and the ability to handle food safely according to established procedures. As a Chef at Olivo, you will lead a small team of three, ensuring a smooth kitchen operation and delivering high-quality meals that meet customer expectations and company standards. In this position, you will oversee all kitchen activities, from food preparation to inventory management, while maintaining strict hygiene and safety compliance. You will coordinate with your team to optimize workflow, improve efficiency, and uphold Olivo’s reputation for excellent dining experiences. This role demands a proactive leader capable of training, mentoring, and managing a diverse team to achieve consistent results under fast-paced conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of three kitchen staff members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Ensure all food preparation meets safety and sanitation standards to comply with health regulations.
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering supplies as needed to maintain efficient operations without excess waste.
• Plan and prepare menu items, demonstrating thorough ingredient knowledge and culinary skills.
• Coordinate kitchen activities to ensure timely and high-quality food delivery, especially during peak periods.
• Implement and monitor safe food handling procedures to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.
• Train team members on kitchen best practices, food safety protocols, and efficient cooking methods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and related work areas to support a safe and productive workspace.
• Monitor equipment usage, maintenance, and safety measures to ensure operational integrity.
• Collaborate with management to refine kitchen processes, improve service quality, and meet business goals.

Experience

3 Years

Apply By

Oct 29, 2026

Required Skills

• Food Safety and Sanitation
• Ingredient Knowledge
• Kitchen management
• Time management
• Safe Food Handling Procedures
• Team Leadership
• Food preparation techniques
• Sanitation Compliance

Nice to Have Skills

• Inventory Control