CARLITO’S WINGS AND CHIPS
Chef / Kitchen Manager ×2
Carlito’s Wings and Chips is searching for a dynamic, passionate, and experienced Chef to take our kitchen to the next level. We’re the local hotspot for the best wings, sauces, and sides, and we need a culinary leader who lives and breathes high-quality, high-volume service.
The Role: What You’ll Be Doing
This isn’t just a cooking job—it’s an opportunity to manage and innovate. You will be responsible for the overall success and efficiency of the Carlito’s Wings and Chips.
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Kitchen Leadership: Lead, train, and mentor a small, dedicated team of kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations during peak service.
• Quality Control: Maintain the highest standards of food preparation, plating, and presentation for every single order.
• Flavor Innovation: Oversee our signature wing and sauce recipes and occasionally develop new, exciting menu additions and limited-time offers.
• Inventory & Cost Management: Efficiently manage inventory, minimize waste, place orders, and control kitchen labor costs to meet business targets.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and hygiene standards (HACCP/Food Safety protocols).
• Speed & Consistency: Implement systems to maintain rapid, consistent service delivery, even during high-volume rushes.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 1 year in a Sous Chef or Chef role.
• Demonstrated expertise in high-volume, quick-service environments is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Deep understanding of cost control, inventory management, and kitchen budgeting.
• Valid Food Safety Manager certification (or willingness to obtain one immediately).
• A creative mindset and enthusiasm for working with core American comfort food, specializing in poultry and sauce profiles.
How to Apply:
Please submit your updated CV, along with a brief cover letter detailing your experience and academic qualifications to: [email protected]
Application Deadline: 25 November 2025