Head Chef

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Executive Chef / Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and help shape the next chapter of BAR BOCA.

Key responsibilities
include:
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- Kitchen Leadership: Lead the day-to-day kitchen operation and create, together with the team, dishes that leave a lasting impression on our guests.
- Team Management &, Development: Recruit, train, mentor, coach and inspire the kitchen team while creating a positive and professional working environment.
- Menu Development &, Cost Management: Develop creative, approachable and cost-effective menus while carefully managing food costs, purchasing, waste and overall profitability.
- Quality &, Consistency: Ensure that every dish is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
- Kitchen Operations: Manage ordering, inventory, suppliers, food preparation and overall kitchen organization.
- Hygiene &, Food Safety: Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen.

Requirements:
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- Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a quality restaurant or hospitality environment.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Good understanding of food costing, purchasing and inventory management.
- Hands-on mentality and ability to lead by example.
- Creative, team-oriented and guest-focused.
- Fluent in English, Dutch, Spanish and/or Papiamentu are an advantage.
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Valid driving license preferred. vetrinabakeca