Job Description

George's Family Restaurant in Lowell, IN is looking for one head chef to join our 48 person strong team. We are located on 1910 E Commercial Ave. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated, and engaged

Job Title:

Chef

Location:

George's Family Restaurant - Lowell, Indiana

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Overview:

George's Family Restaurant is seeking a talented and motivated

Chef

to join our team! This role is perfect for a culinary professional who enjoys creating delicious specials, perfecting soups and sauces, managing kitchen operations, and occasionally working the line. The selected chef will

shadow our current chef to an extent

to learn our kitchen flow, recipes, and expectations -- but will also have the

freedom to bring their own ideas and gain menu control

as

trust is developed with ownership

.

Key Responsibilities:

Shadow & Learn:

Work alongside our current chef to understand kitchen processes, recipes, and daily operations.

Menu Development:

Create and execute innovative daily and weekly specials, including soups and signature sauces, while maintaining our classic flavors.

Ordering & Inventory:

Manage ingredient sourcing, food ordering, and inventory control to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

Line Support:

Assist on the line during peak hours to maintain speed and quality of service.

Kitchen Leadership:

Maintain high food standards, cleanliness, and efficiency in daily operations.

Quality & Cost Control:

Oversee portioning, food prep, and waste management to maintain consistency and profitability.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or similar role in a full-service restaurant. Strong knowledge of soups, sauces, and scratch cooking. Experience with ordering, inventory control, and vendor management. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen and step in on the line when necessary. Leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality food.

Why Join Us?

Hands-on training and mentorship from our current chef. Opportunity to bring your creativity to a well-loved, community-focused restaurant. Competitive pay based on experience. Supportive and collaborative work environment.

How to Apply:

Send your resume and a brief introduction to

georgesfamilyrestaurant@gmail.com

. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated chef to our team!



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