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Kitchen Staff / Back of House Staff
- City Winery (Chicago, IL)
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_A rare opportunity to join theCity Winery team as we reimagine the future of live music and hospitality._ City Winery to deliver the
highest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who are
passionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts. We are a unique facility,
combining a fully functioning winery with intimate concerts, food & wine
classes, private events in a variety of configurations, and fine dining. We
have created a compelling mix for our sophisticated clientele of foodies, and
active cultural patrons—bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a
large city.
Position Summary
The Back
of House (BOH) Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating all
kitchen activities, food preparation, and successful culinary execution under
the direction of Kitchen management. This role plays a vital part in ensuring
the highest standards are met for all food prepared in the kitchen and served
at the City Winery property. This role is accountable for adhering to City
Winery’s food culture and style, standards and expectations of food quality,
freshness, and presentation, and maintaining compliance with all associated
regulatory guidelines.
Overview of Responsibilities
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Oversee day to day operations of kitchen shifts under
the direction of Executive and/or Sous Chef(s). Works hands-on to
schedule, coordinate, and supervise all activities of multiple shifts. Manage
kitchen staff, delegate responsibilities, set deadlines, and maintain
accountability
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Assist with and perform inventory, ordering,
preparation, and other administration kitchen tasks as directed
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Oversee and monitor quality/ quantity/ consistency of
all products, food handling, preparation, and cooking practices
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Teach and adhere to City Winery philosophy, culture,
and commitment to quality food and service
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Continually monitor production procedures to ensure
quality, consistency, efficiency, productivity, and professionalism are at the
highest level
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Ensure standard operating procedures are followed,
including but not limited to following recipes/methods, quality measures and
specs, product utilization, deadlines, daily/weekly/holiday planning,
purchasing communication and inventory planning
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Lead by example and enforce all Company policies,
procedures, guidelines, and practices
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Direct and oversee proper training of kitchen staff in
the proper storage, preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
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Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness
and safety are always maintained throughout all kitchen areas, in compliance
with established standards. Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to
ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned and operated safely and properly i.e.
refrigerators, ovens, freezers, stoves, etc.
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Report to work at scheduled time, neatly groomed and
in the correct uniform
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Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and
training
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Support and work alongside internal teams to plan and
execute culinary elements of all special events
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Perform and complete all projects/tasks/ objectives as
per business need
Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum 2
years’ experience in an overall kitchen leadership role in high volume
environment and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Functional
working knowledge of all Health Department, OSHA, and all other related
regulations
• Ability to
successfully multitask, delegate, and manage several projects/tasks at once in
a high pressure, fast paced environment
• Must have
demonstrated decision making and trouble-shooting skills with superior level of
attention to detail
• Ability to
work collaboratively, professionally, and lead teams
• Excellent
interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent
time management and organization skills
• Must have
proficient computer and technological skills
• Must have
Serve Safe food handler’s certificate
• Ability to
perform physical requirements of position including standing and walking around
for extended periods of time, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying
loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Able and
willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
About Us
Wine, food, and
live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly
unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the
nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award winning,
locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that we're a haven for community and creativity, a
place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a
way of life. City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary
Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing
unforgettable experiences for guests. From world class music venues to
sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a
range of topnotch events & experiences.
We are an equalopportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminateon the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexualorientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certainlocations, as required by law.
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