Shuka is looking to bring in a talented Chef De Cusine to our team! We are an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant located in the heart of Soho. Under the leadership of Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja, we strive to bring dynamic and vibrant flavors in a fun yet relaxed dining environment.
We focus on responsibly and locally sourced ingredients with a nod to seasonality. Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja brings an exciting and dynamic take on some of her favorite dishes inspired by her extensive travels. We serve lunch, dinner and brunch.
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Experience that would bring significant knowledge and skill level that provides a through working understanding of butchering, stock making, and a wide knowledge of ingredients
Participate in weekly meetings with the Culinary Director to review operations, goals and planning
Participate in monthly financial performance review with Group leadership
Manage kitchen operations, inventory, staff scheduling using our HR platform Harri/ Team Live
Has a through understanding of the significance of budgetary control
Meet all food and labor cost targets
Manage the line and assure food quality, presentation and consistency standards are maintained during service
Communicate effectively to kitchen staff, FOH staff and Group leadership
Provide leadership to kitchen and restaurant staff
Exhibits punctuality, focus, dedication and reliability and flexibility in accommodating the needs of the Restaurant
Exhibit a proactive approach to problem-solving and management
Create and maintain prep lists; place orders and work with vendors
Maintain DOH food safety standards so as to keep the kitchen in A-grade condition at all times
Maintain BOH facilities; communicate and address issues proactively to maximize the efficiency of kitchen equipment
Train line and prep cooks and orient new hires
Demonstrate willingness to make the role and responsibilities of this position a priority
We offer
Paid Time Off
Transit Benefits
Dining Discounts
Shared Medical Plan
Soul Cycle Classes
This position requires daytime hours, evening hours and weekends with FULL TIME AVAILABILITY.
Shuka provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.