Kitchellence Knife Sharpener Jobs in Usa

What makes Fearless Restaurants special and a great place to work?!

Cuz’ we give a damn!

We are part of Fearless Restaurant Group; a multi-concept group of independent restaurants based in Philadelphia, PA and Long Beach Island, NJ. As a company, we are defined by our talent, teamwork, resources, opportunity and a workplace built on loyalty and respect. We're a creative, ambitious business with an aggressive growth strategy and require like-minded leaders to join us as we move forward.

Skills/Requirements

· Minimum of 3 years of cooking in a professional environment

· Professional demeanor with Jedi like temperament

· A passion for purveyor/local farmer relationships

· Advanced knife-handling skills

· Strong leadership skills

· Must have a CURRENT ServSafe Certification or PA Food Handlers

· Love being creative and coming up with new menu items

· Sound cooking skills and technique

· Ability to confidently work all stations

· Food budgeting

· Food cost optimization

· Food safety knowledge

· Staff education

Salary/Benefits

• Premium PPO health and dental insurance through Independence Blue Cross
• 15 days of paid time off year 1-4
• 20 days of paid time off year 5+
• Two consecutive days off per week
• Parental Leave
• Discounted gym membership
• 401k through Vanguard
• Employee Dining Benefit Program at all Fearless Restaurant locations
• Opportunities for career growth with other Fearless Restaurants

Flagship Culinary Services helps some of the world’s largest high-tech companies provide high quality dining experiences for their employees, clients and visitors. Our highly qualified staff support our culinary program in preparing tasty and nutritious food, made from scratch, with a strong emphasis on local and organically grown ingredients. This position is participating in decisions such as hiring, training and employee development and performance evaluations.

Our cafes are fast-paced, welcoming and put collaboration and learning at the forefront. No two days are the same and our Jr. Sous enjoy a work/life balance with a set schedule, weekends off and on-the-job-training for continuing your career in the culinary field.

We are looking for someone ideally with Asian cuisine cooking experience, as well as fine dining on the Mid-shift, 7:30PM- 5PM (hours may vary based on the business needs).

Experience cooking Asian cuisines or any fine dining experience is a plus!

Benefits/Perks:

• No Weekends
• Monday to Friday: 7:30PM- 5PM (salaried position; hours may vary)
• Snacks and meals provided during shifts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• 401K with match
• Vacation and Sick days

Organization Background

Flagship Culinary Services helps some of the world’s largest high-tech companies provide high quality dining experiences for their employees, clients and visitors. Our highly qualified staff support our culinary program in preparing tasty and nutritious food, made from scratch, with a strong emphasis on local and organically grown ingredients.

The Vision: Bring the world closer together.

Summary/Objective

Flagship Culinary Services helps some of the world’s largest high-tech companies provide high quality dining experiences for their employees, clients and visitors. Our highly qualified staff support our culinary program in preparing tasty and nutritious food, made from scratch, with a strong emphasis on local and organically grown ingredients. This position is participating in decisions such as hiring, training and employee development and performance evaluations.

Essential Functions*

• Responsible for achieving company objectives and goals.
• Foster and promote the Flagship brand and values within the client’s culinary culture.
• Promote and ensure that all staff is adhering to Flagship’s safety culture.
• Maintains a safe working environment by using food handling skills and proper food safety guidelines.
• Develop and maintain an employee engagement program that is based on Flagship core values.
• Partner with upper management and HR for guidance regarding corrective actions, reviews and employee issues.
• Responsible for consistently meeting the Company’s Key Performance Indicators [i.e., safety, staffing levels, attrition, etc.].
• Follows standard operation procedures set by the company.
• Manages assigned staff, to including scheduling Workday time clock activity and performance.
• Communicates job expectations to hourly employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; developing, coordinating; and enforcing systems, policies procedures, and productivity standards.
• Continuously seeks opportunities to improve the customer experience. Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Serves as a role model for hourly employees, to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Responsible for production according to recipes/directions.
• Sets, manage and follow up on prep and production goals.
• Maintains food quality standards for the café.
• Oversees all phases of food procurement, production and service. Including: inventory, ordering, storage/rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, service and production time standards.
• Conducts daily line checks, food reviews and recipes of the day.
• Ensures that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a minimum of 90% or equivalent, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines.
• Prepares food items consistently by adhering to standards with portion sizes, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Able to interview new team members considering our values and culture. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Follows safety and sanitation procedures with all guidelines from OSHA and Department of Health.
• Excellent verbal skills with an ability to adjust communication style to suit the audience.
• Excellent culinary skills.
• Lead by example.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects on a consistent basis.
• Ability to understand and speak Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Mid to high level skill in navigation/use of common work programs included in Microsoft Office, as well as ERP, and any other program use by Flagship to conduct business.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritized and manage a busy schedule.
• Ability to handle kitchen equipment and tools safely.
• Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Utilization of knife skills in a fast, efficient and safe manner.
• Sense of urgency.
• Professional appearance.
• Ability to move throughout the café and kitchen.
• High volume production & large batch cooking.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work with and support union employees and collaborate with union representatives (if applicable).
• Able to delegate work and hold others accountable for achieving needed results within designated timelines.
• Strong ability to influence positive change.
• Know where things are in the kitchen and how to use the equipment.

Education and Work Experience

• Culinary Degree (preferred but not required).
• Exemplary record of attendance, safety and performance in previous position.
• Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking.
• 3-5 years’ experience of kitchen management in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant or equivalent.

Work Environment

• The work environment for includes the following large kitchen environment elements and exposures.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high noise level.
• The job operates in a corporate kitchen.
• Fast paced office environment when working in the café office.
• Fast paced kitchen, frequently changing environment in which interruptions are considered normal.
• Work environment involved constant exposure to working with chemicals.
• Work environment entails constant exposure to food allergens such as milk, egg, nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat and soy.
• High sense of urgency. Slippery/uneven surfaces may be encountered.
• Frequently moving from cold freezer to normal kitchen environment.

Requirements

Must have and maintain an active Management Level Food Handlers’ Certification (ServSafe) and adhere to local food handler requirement. Consistently perform all duties in a responsible and efficient manner.

• The Cook will prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to Guests.
• Always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive and professional image.
• The Cook will create order lists for recipe preparations.
• Communicate clearly with other Cooks and Sous Chefs.
• The Cook will train lower level Cooks how to properly use equipment.
• Read recipes and gather all necessary items for recipe execution.
• The Cook will cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all food for the outlet.
• Adhere to control procedure for food cost and quality.
• The Cook will perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking work station with supplies.
• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
• The Cook will organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Work the line in different locations i.e. Sauté, Broiler, Appetizer, Pantry, Pasta, Grill etc.
• The Cook will prepare hot and cold sauces.
• Perform all duties at a higher level of accuracy and speed than a Assistant Cook
• The Cook will work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity.
• Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, braise, kettle, and flat top.
• The Cook will grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods weighing a maximum of 150 lbs.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking significant distances.
  
  

• One (1) year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge
• Must be able to perform all cooking duties
• Knowledge of how to prepare sauces.
• Requires reading and math skill for recipes and measurements
• Possess knowledge of two stations with some familiarization of two others
• Must have basic knife skills
• Knowledge of the MSDS program
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required by the state of Missouri or Ameristar Casinos, Inc.
• No schooling is required but culinary education is encouraged
• Must be at least 18
  
  

Company Description

SZCO Supplies Inc, founded in 1984, offers a diverse range of high-quality knives, edged tools, and sporting goods. With a mission to provide knife enthusiasts with aesthetically distinctive tools, we focus on modern design, quality, and value. Our extensive product portfolio includes over 2,600 active SKUs across 100+ segments, designed exclusively by us or for us.

The office is a fast-paced office environment, seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team. If you thrive in a bustling workplace, possess excellent time management, and enjoy supporting teams with precision and efficiency, we encourage you to apply. This is a full time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to various departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Manage and maintain office calendars, scheduling follow ups and meetings with efficiency.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, directing them to the appropriate contacts.
• Organize and maintain filing systems, both physical and digital, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Assist with order management and customer support.
• Support event planning and execution for office meetings, training sessions, and team events.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Liaise with customers, vendors, clients, and external stakeholders as needed.
• Perform other general office tasks and special projects as required.
• Respond to customer and service inquires as needed to completion

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and office technology.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to work.
• Experience in an office or administrative role preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A warm and supportive work environment.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to

• We look forward to hearing from you!