Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager

John Bull Ltd is looking for a Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager to join our team in Nassau, Bahamas at our Commissary in Palmdale.The ideal candidate is results-driven, hard worker, attention to detail, is observant, and enjoys the kitchen production environment.Position Overview:The Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager is responsible for overseeing the both the Pastry Line and Hot Line at the John Bull Commissary, and must have an extensive knowledge of pastry making and baking.

The Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager must demonstrate strong leadership qualities with attention to detail in elevating and sustaining a competitive edge. The Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager is accountable for the quality and consistency of all food products produced, partner training and accountability of costs associated with the Commissary.

The Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager works directly with the Kitchen Ops Manager on the creation, development and implementation of new innovative food items.

Essential Duties

& Responsibilities1. Demonstrates a hands on approach ensuring quality, presentation, taste and freshness of food products as specified by Commissary standards2. Assists with the development of standardized recipes for all menu items. Ensures that recipes are accurate and updated as needed3. Ensures that all food products prepared meet the established specifications, standards and production timelines4.

Ensures production levels of food items are prepared based on forecast demands5. With a “Hands on Approach” assigns tasks effectively for the efficient use of allocated labor ensuring maximum results are achieved and daily production needs have been met in a timely, organized and efficient manner6. Responsible for complete set up, cleanliness and organization of all food preparation areas within the Commissary7.

Seeks to maintain knowledge of foodservice industry and culinary trends8. Bake fresh pastries, desserts and breads, and also creates sandwiches, savories and other non-pastry foods9. The Assistant Kitchen Ops Manager must be a team leader and motivator for all departments within the Commissary10. Recommends measures to improve production/service methods, equipment performance, scheduling, quality control, and suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipmentto increase efficiency and safety of the food service operation11.

Works with Stewarding team to ensure the same level of standards and specifications are maintained throughout the foodservice operation12. Able to create standardized recipe cards for all menu items that are used to train team members13. Assists the Kitchen Ops Manager with monthly inventory reporting and costing structure14.

Complies to all health, safety and sanitary standards and regulations15. Ensures that a sanitary, clean, organized, safe, comfortable environment for employees is maintained at all times16. Hosts periodic team meetings and /or trainings sessions as required17. Other functional related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Ops Manager.

Qualifications:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required:● Fully competent in all aspects of baking and pastry● Ability to define a problem, collects data, establish facts and forms conclusions.

Ability tounderstand complex instructions and material. Ability to mentally process abstract ideaswhile delivering results.● Must be present at work for assigned schedule including, nights, weekends, holidays andextended hours when required.● Ability to handle multiple tasks and works well in environment with time constraints.

Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervises day-to-day activities; provides a “Hands On” approach to training, planning,assigning and delegating work. Encourages elevated performance, leads by example, anddisciplines employees for the purpose of improving the Commissary's standards of excellence. Essential Compotencies● Critical thinking

• Evaluates scenarios methodically; makes judgments that seekconstructive resolution in the interests of the operations. Making responsible decisions with ownership and accountability.● Results oriented
• Organizes and executes action plans that achieve practical results.

Education

Two year college or technical school education or work experience equivalent.License/Certification: Food handling certificate.Experience: Should have a minimum of 3-4 years of experience as a Pastry Chef with a reputiable establishment.Basic Expectations: Demonstrates adequate pastry skills and operations. Shows interest in participating in recipe development for seasonal food calendar.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.CORPORATE VALUES:EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTIONAlong with our finest brands in the world, service and price we must go above and beyond to exceed our customer’s expectations.

INTEGRITY/HONESTYWe are committed to absolute trustworthiness and incorruptibility – a firm adherence to both applicable laws and relevant moral standards.RESPECT FOR ALL PEOPLETo be our best we must work in an environment of mutual respect. Everyone has value, regardless of gender, ethnic or educational background.COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCEAt John Bull we have a long history of doing most things in a first-class manner and are committed to achieve that level of performance in all aspects of our business.

TAKING CARE OF OUR PEOPLEOur people are our business. The key then to being successful is creating an environment where all associates feel they are respected, valued and have equal access to growth and development opportunities.DOING THE RIGHT THINGWe exercise good judgment by “doing the right thing” instead of just “doing things right”.

We strive to understand the impact of our decisions and accept responsibility for our actions.By submitting this application, I authorize my current employers, past employers, educational institutions and individuals and organizations named or referred to in this application to provide John Bull Ltd with references upon request in order to assist the company in deciding whether to employ me.

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