Head Chef
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POSITION OVERVIEW The Head Chef controls and directs the food preparation process for 3 daily meals served to 60 international students at The Rock School for Dance in South Philadelphia. They construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings.This individual responds to multiple and varying job tasks leading the kitchen staff, meal preparation, and running the back-of-house. They work within an approved budget and ensure that all food and labor cost goals are met and orders are placed and received. HEAD CHEF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup Assign tasks; supervise chefs and cooks in the preparation and presentation of food Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively Resolve issues as they arise so that customers continue to receive their orders in a timely manner Make sure that all kitchen and wait staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen Plan menus and set prices making adjustments as needed based on the availability of ingredients Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to customers Collaborate with the general manager and owner to align kitchen operations with the overarching goals of the establishment Direct monthly inventory Maintain vendor relationships Recruit, hire, and train chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff Maintain kitchen equipment; schedule repairs and additional maintenance as needed Head Chef Requirements and Qualifications Associate degree in culinary arts preferred 3+ years of experience in a back-of-house management position Significant experience as a chef, in addition to experience as a sous chef or line cook Strong attention to detail Creativity Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations Ability to remain productive when pulled in many different directions SALARY Starting compensation ranges from $35,000 to $42,000 based on experience and education. A competitive benefits package is available to all full-time employees. The Rock School for Dance Education is committed to recruiting and fostering a diverse community of staff and students and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School prohibits discrimination based on an individual's age, ancestry, citizenship, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law. BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and members of other historically disenfranchised and marginalized populations are strongly encouraged to apply. ABOUT THE ROCK SCHOOL Our Mission The Rock School develops the whole dancer, enabling students to reach the highest standards of technique and artistry in a nurturing, supportive environment that elevates the art form, the dancer, and the audience. The Rock School for Dance Education is one of the world's finest pre-professional training institutions. Dancers from around the globe have looked to The School for its world-class pre-professional program, featuring exceptional faculty, individual attention, and a nurturing environment. The School's alums have exemplified this success for over 60 years. Graduates have ascended the ranks of premier dance companies worldwide and on Broadway and London's West End. Rock students continue to receive top honors in the Prix de Lausanne, Youth America Grand Prix, USA International Ballet Competition, Moscow International Ballet Competition, and Berlin Tanzolymp. The faculty includes distinguished dancers, instructors, and choreographers. Today, The Rock School is proud to award annual scholarships of more than $1.2 million. American and international boarding students find an inviting, comfortable, and safe home living at The Marine Club dormitory across from The Rock's South Philadelphia location. These resident and commuter students receive dance training and college preparatory academic education as part of their Rock School experience. The Rock-West Chester location serves the region's suburban Mainline communities from West Chester, PA. The two locations collaborate, sharing a unified curriculum, faculty, and joint competition and stage performances. The Rock School operates on a $5.9 million annual budget. Our Commitment to the Community RockReach has engaged K-12 participants from underfunded communities, including Title 1, public, private, and charter schools with few or no art education offerings in Philadelphia and Delaware counties for 22 years. RockReach participants include special needs students and Individualized Education Programs, including students who are non-verbal, have Autism Spectrum Disorder, have mobility impairments, and are blind or low-sight. RockReach enriches these students' education experience through professional teaching artists who work closely with classroom teachers to understand students' unique needs and encourage them to explore movement and music in new ways. Structured programs are generally offered for 32 or more weeks each year to every student in a single grade in ten partner schools. Upwards of 3,800 students experience The Rock School's Classic Nutcracker for free each year through live and virtual presentations. The City Dance program moves RockReach students with interest and aptitude for more formal dance study into the school's professional programming on scholarship. The RockReach program operates on a $180k annual budget. Our History The Rock School for Dance Education is one of the world's finest pre-professional training institutions. Alums have received employment as leading dancers with the world's top dance companies for 60 years. George Balanchine and Barbara Weisberger established the School of Pennsylvania Ballet in 1963. For the first three decades, the school gained momentum and success as a part of the Pennsylvania Ballet. The institutions separated in 1992 owing to a significant gift from philanthropist and community leader Dr. Milton Rock. Dr. Rock gave the growing school ownership of the Rock Center at 1101 S. Broad Street and a new name, The Shirley Rock School of Pennsylvania Ballet (1986 - 1992). The school was incorporated on November 17, 1992, and received its nonprofit status in 1993, embarking on its journey to world acclaim as The Rock School for Dance Education led by Bojan Spassoff. Today, The Rock School operates on a $6 million annual budget with facilities that include The Rock-Philadelphia and a suburban satellite school, The Rock-West Chester. Boarding students find a comfortable home at The Marine Club across from The Rock Center, and many receive both dance and college preparatory academic education at The Rock School. Graduates have ascended the ranks of premier dance companies worldwide and on Broadway and London's West End. Rock students continue to receive top honors in the Prix de Lausanne, Youth America Grand Prix, World Ballet Competitions, USA International Ballet Competition, Moscow IBC, and Berlin Tanzolymp. The faculty includes distinguished dancers, instructors, and choreographers serving over 1,200 students. Today, The Rock School is proud to award over $1.2 million in annual scholarships. Peter Stark succeeded long-time President and Director Bojan Spassoff in 2022, setting the stage for a new era of exceptional dance education. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $52,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift: 8 hour shift (Monday-Friday from 7:00AM-3:00PM) Weekend work may be required in beginning weeks to ensure that lower level staff is able to prepare and serve food without the supervision of the Head Chef. Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Ability to commute/relocate: Philadelphia, PA 19147: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Salary: $52,000 - $54,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No