Executive Chef

Directly Reports to: Corporate Chef, Culinary Director

Supervises: All heart-of-house employees

Position Summary: Leading the daily activities of the heart-of-house operations and employees in accordance with department policies and procedures. Interacts with fellow team members in a polite courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Duties and Responsibilities: including but not limited to

Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Employee Handbook.

Ensuring needs of the guests are accommodated.

Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house, and the entire venue.

Assists in the decision-making process for interviewing, hiring and training new applicants.

Responsible for the scheduling, growth opportunities and employee development of heart-of-house employees.

Works with GM to create job performance reviews.

Responsible for heart-of-house operations to ensure safety, quality, recipe accuracy and financial profitability.

Responsible for the execution of regular service, catering, take-out, delivery and all in/off-venue events.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of operational systems, which includes payroll, inventory and purchasing.

Participates in reviewing the venue’s monthly Profit & Loss statement.

Ensures Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

Ensures that the venue is compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations; and company policies.

Coaches and develops heart-of-house employees by setting clear guidelines and expectations.

Ensures that all mechanical systems are in good working order and compliant with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Ensures all employees are compliant with all heart-of-house standards and procedures.

Ensures the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of all recipes, food menus and maintains station-recipe-books.

Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials.

Ensures the completion of all opening and closing procedures as prescribed by company.

Ensures expediting standards.

Communicates clearly and concisely with all employees during service.

Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees.

Assists in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture.

Attends, leads and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings or daily pre-shift meetings.

Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.

Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

Demonstrates knowledge of venue, its partners and supporting hotel environments.

Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

Training Requirements:

Managers Food Handling Certificate

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years previous Culinary experience as a Chef within a high-volume kitchen setting is essential.

Two-year associate degree (60 credit hours) in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience preferred.

Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required.

Demonstrated financial acumen with P&L statements, and labor models is desirable.

Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail.

Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS and technology.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.

Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 lbs.

Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.

Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.

Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Dining Discounts

Paid Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Paid Time Off

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The Company reserves the right to make changes in the above job description and all other duties assigned. Nothing herein shall restrict The Company’s right to assign or reassign tasks, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.If you are hired, we will require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or that you have a valid religious or medical reasons not to be vaccinated.