Mona’s is seeking a hands-on chef to lead daily kitchen operations and help grow our breakfast, lunch, prepared food, and catering programs. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in fresh ingredients, consistent cooking, attractive presentation, and a clean, organized kitchen.
Responsibilities
• Prepare and oversee sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, breakfast items, and catering orders.
• Develop daily specials and seasonal offerings that appeal to our customers.
• Establish recipes, portions, and presentation standards to ensure consistency.
• Manage prep schedules and keep service running efficiently during busy periods.
• Handle ordering, inventory, and proper food storage while controlling food costs and minimizing waste.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, setting clear expectations for quality and cleanliness.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, labeling, and temperature standards.
• Coordinate catering production, packaging, and timing.
• Work closely with ownership to improve the menu and kitchen operations.
Qualifications
• Experience as a chef, sous chef, or lead cook in a deli, café, restaurant, or catering kitchen.
• Strong cooking skills and experience with high-volume breakfast and lunch service.
• Ability to lead a team while staying actively involved in prep and cooking.
• Understanding of food costs, portion control, inventory, and kitchen organization.
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Food safety certification preferred.