This is an ideal job for a chef who is passionate about fresh, local, high quality food who wishes to find work-life balance with a predictable schedule and humane hours as the head of a fast-growing and unique product category with a strong following in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee’s Farm-to-Table Butcher, Kettle Range Meat Company is a growing, independently owned whole animal butcher shop specializing in locally raised, locally processed farm-to-table beef, pork, chicken and lamb.

In addition to our high-quality fresh meat, sausage and smoked products, Kettle Range has developed a popular Meal Program consisting in convenient and healthy heat-and-eat entrees and sides, Blue Apron-style gourmet meal preparation kits, and frozen entrees—all centered on our in-house meat production.

Kettle Range is looking for an experienced Chef to take this program in new and exciting directions, increasing both the variety and volume of production, while maintaining our commitment to using the freshest, highest quality local ingredients.

Position Summary:

As Executive Chef, you will be a member of the Management Team, working in collaboration with the CEO and other team members to forward the goals of the organization.

This is an ideal position for a talented chef with managerial skills who is looking for a platform that combines creativity, menu development, and entrepreneurial talent.

You will be responsible for maintaining the effective daily operation of the kitchen, overseeing and participating in the production of the existing Meal Program, developing new recipes, and helping your team develop new and innovative value-added products featuring Kettle Range proteins.

This is a full-time, salaried position (40-50 hours/week) with regular hours and predicable time-off.

Job Functions:

1. Develop a diverse weekly menu of delicious, convenient meal program options;

2. Understand and optimize the utilization of available Kettle Range ingredients;

3. Plan and maintain inventory, sourcing materials and supplies and placing orders with vendors;

4. Coordinate and participate in daily production tasks;

5. Effectively manage a small production staff in a fast moving environment.

Job Qualifications:

1. The ideal candidate possesses a culinary degree with a minimum of 5 years in the industry and 2-3 years managing a restaurant, catering venue or deli;

2. Have an understanding of meat and value-added production of meat-focused products;

3. Be efficient, cost conscious and results oriented;

4. Possess appropriate knife skills, including cutting, trimming and boning;

5. Be able to communicate effectively, with team members and customers, both verbally and with the written word.

6. Be an organized, motivated self-starter, largely capable of steering your own ship with the help and guidance of your colleagues.

Applicants should reply with resume, as well as a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications.

Salary: $50,000 to $60,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever visited Kettle Range Meat Co.?

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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