Head Cook

Job Overview

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, we pride ourselves on delivering authentic Mexican tastes and creating a welcoming experience through food. The Head Cook role plays a crucial part in achieving this mission by leading the kitchen team and working alongside management to maintain operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support training and professional growth of the entire kitchen staff.
• Assist the Restaurant Manager in monitoring important metrics including cost of goods sold (COGS), labor expenses, and overall operating costs.

Candidate Benefits

• Attractive salary package coupled with performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options promoting work-life balance and steady employment.
• Career advancement opportunities, including progression into Restaurant Management roles and beyond.
• Structured training programs designed to ensure success in the role.
• Substantial discounts on Guzman y Gomez meals.
• Complimentary, comfortable GYG uniforms along with exclusive merchandise.
• Fun team-building activities and regular competitive events among crew members.
• Participation in cultural festivities like Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo.
• Access to Sonder, a dedicated employee assistance program supporting employees and their families.
• Potential opportunities to join the Hola Central team or pursue franchise ownership.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Past experience working in a dynamic kitchen or cooking environment within hospitality.
• Proven skills in leading and developing kitchen teams.
• Ability to analyze and communicate key kitchen financial indicators such as food costs, labor expenses, and waste management.
• Certification in commercial cookery or comparable professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Additional Information

To uphold a safe and secure workplace, applicants may undergo background screening, including police and employment verifications, as part of the recruitment process.