Chef/Lead Cook

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Chef/Lead Cook to join our growing kitchen team this season, as we unveil a new lunchtime menu for our taproom!

As Taproom Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing daytime food production and ensuring high-quality menu offerings.

This position is full-time hourly, with competitive pay and pooled tips.

Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing, cooking, and presenting our daytime menu to keep up with guest demand
• Costing out food menu items to ensure margins are in line with industry standards
• Keeping inventory for kitchen-related ingredients and disposables and working with Sway's Owner to order as needed
• Managing food quantities, ensuring we have sufficient stock but also keeping waste to a minimum
• Collaborating with Sway's Owner to develop new menu items and improve existing recipes
• Helping train and develop kitchen employees, as well as helping train front-of-house employees on menu offerings
• Complying with health and safety regulations and making sure all other Bakery staff respect these regulations
• Maintaining a clean and organized workplace so all employees can locate resources as needed and work without distraction
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained

Experience:

• Proven experience working in a culinary role
• Strong knowledge of food production techniques and culinary principles
• Proficient in menu planning, recipe development, and portion control
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with staff, management, and customers

If you are passionate about food, local sourcing, and sustainable cooking practices and looking to join a growing team in a fast-paced but casual environment, we would love to hear from you. Please e-mail matt@swaybeer.com to apply.

About Sway:

Sway is an easy going beer project located in Baileys Harbor, WI, along the Door County Peninsula. We believe beer should be an accent to experience; a facilitator of connection; a thoughtful balance. At our new taproom in Baileys Harbor, we serve a full range of our easy-drinking beers and feature collaborative food and bakery programs that highlight regionally sourced ingredients—all served in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.