We’reHiring!

Our Core Values – Integrity – Teamwork – Accountability – Communication – Adaptability

Our mission is to provide an experience that is out of the ordinary to our customers and team members alike by offering elevated food, drinks and service using whole, fresh ingredients sourced as locally as possible.

Apply for a position through our online application here.

Culinary Leader – Chef de Cuisine

As the Culinary Leader, you will lead and assist the culinary team in creating spectacular dishes that will result in memorable dining experiences for our guests. Hard working, passionate and professional, the Culinary Leader motivates, trains, develops and directs team members to deliver delicious, wholesome food, exceptional service, and accomplish daily goals and projects. This position oversees the daily administrative and operational tasks, including implementation of employee training programs and adherence to company policies, sanitation, and safety. The Culinary Leader must be approachable, with a positive attitude, and always conduct themselves in a manner which supports the growth and development of the team, culture, and cuisine. The Culinary Leader must have the following qualifications at a minimum:

• Degree in Culinary Arts preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume and quality food service establishment
• Strong passion for high quality food and genuine hospitality
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Maintain a positive attitude under pressure, demonstrate leadership and motivate team members
• Supervise all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and consistency
• Maintain an effective and accurate rotation of inventory through the implementation of proper date management procedures and efficient prep schedules
• Assist with development of rotating menus and weekly specials, inviting collaboration and creativity from all team members while considering logistics and efficiency
• Display knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to great execution
• Manage time effectively through organization and prioritization of tasks to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow and implement health & safety standards in accordance with federal and state requirements
• Demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills that take into consideration the economic goals of the kitchen without compromising quality and consistency
• Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills and attention to details
• Possess the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting so all team members are on the same page
• Possess the ability to work in a fast paced, ever-changing environment with the ultimate goal of customer satisfaction
• Assist with kitchen scheduling and maintain flexibility to cover shifts during staff shortages

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: DOQ; Minimum $18/hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Must be open to a variable schedule and length of shifts, evenings, and holidays

Apply for the Culinary Leader – Chef de Cuisine position here!

Line-Prep Cook

We are looking for both full-time and part-time line/prep cooks to become a part of our fun and exciting culinary team at The Elephant Bistro & Bar. Our mission is to bring elaborate new American cuisine in a small eclectic setting right in the heart of Northwest Kansas.
Join us and help deliver our delicious recipes and provide an extraordinary dining experience that keeps our guests coming back for more!
This position will be required to produce all assigned menu items in an efficient and consistent manner while following the specifications, recipes and techniques of The Elephant.

Wage: DOQ

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, dairy and other food items using knives, electric mixers, immersion blenders, food processors, scales, and portion bags.
• Process prepared foods for service using ovens, gas stoves, griddles, and grills
• Assure that each item is cooked to the Chef and guest’s specifications
• Garnish each dish properly
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, sauté burners, ovens, flat top griddles, and refrigeration equipment both during and after service
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Assume responsibility for quality, food safety/sanitation and timeliness of products served
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the management staff

Job Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Line Cook for 2 years highly preferred
• Culinary school diploma preferred
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Attention to detail.

Apply for a line-prep cook position here!