Job description

Adega Gaucha is looking for a Gaucho Chef, who will be responsible for the successful management of a restaurant’s kitchen and cover a wide range of skills from developing satisfactory menus to problem-solving.

Responsibilities for Gaucho Chef

• Season and grill meats according to Brazilian Churrascaria recipes.
• Ensure that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner using traditional style and methods of the Brazilian gaucho culture.
• 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.
• Monitor holding and storage operations, stocking and food rotation, and guarantee food service sanitation standards are met.
• Assure kitchen personnel is trained in best cleanliness and sanitation practices.

Gaucho Chef Qualifications/Skills

• Planning and multi-tasking.
• Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently.
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to pass a food service sanitation course.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow recipes.
• Must be able to transport objects up to 40 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Culinary certification or degree from a culinary school preferred.
• 2-3 years food service or restaurant experience preferred.

Skill Required