Head Chef Fogo de Chão - San Diego 668 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
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Hear back in 4 hours
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Any schedule considered
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Full-time, Part-time
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Any experience welcomed
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Hires 18+
Job Description
Fogo de Chão - San Diego is looking for an experienced Head Chef to join our team full time or part time in San Diego, CA. As Head Chef, you will deliver high quality food while offering attentive service to guests, as well as kitchen staff. A positive attitude is crucial for this role.
Responsibilities include:
-Effective management of staff
-Facilitate a stable, orderly, and reliable work environment
-Evaluate menu and adjust as needed
-Uphold food quality and presentation standards
-Ensure kitchen follows proper storage, labeling, food preparation, and safety protocols
-Collaborate with waitstaff
-Be responsible for kitchen culture and best practices
-Build your kitchen team through interviewing, hiring, providing performance improvement, and disciplinary action
Experience is a plus. We look forward to meeting and interviewing with you for the Head Chef position here at Fogo de Chão - San Diego!
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook special cuts of beef and other meats according to traditional Brazilian “churrasco” recipes.
- Season and grill food according to prescribed traditional method and to guests’ specific requests.
- Portion, garnish and present to patron in style of Brazilian “gaucho.”
- Answer guests’ questions concerning “churrasco”-style food and represent and convey Brazilian “gaucho” culture and demeanor.
- Maintain cleanliness of the grill area.
- Complete any beginning or closing shift duties.
- Must be able to transport objects up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time, hourly Team Members on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed. We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage, Permanent Life, and Pet Insurance.
- Part-Time Team Members are offered a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Health plan in addition to Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Coverage for these plans can start as early as the first of the month following your hire date. Additionally, Part-Time Team Members are offered enrollment in voluntary benefits, including Pet Insurance, Legal, and ID Protection.
- Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer
About this location
About Fogo de Chão - San Diego
In addition to the Market Table and Feijoada Bar – which includes seasonal salads and soup, fresh vegetables, imported charcuterie and more – guests can enjoy simply-seasoned meats that are butchered, fire-roasted and carved tableside by gaucho chefs. Indulge in dry-aged or premium Wagyu cuts, seafood a la carte, all-day happy hour featuring Brazilian-inspired cocktails, and an award-winning South American wine list, as well as smaller, sharable plates in Bar Fogo.
With locations across the United States, Brazil, Mexico and the Middle East, guests can explore a Southern Brazilian dining experience and unique menu offerings during lunch, dinner or weekend brunch at Fogo.
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