Executive Chef
Job Overview:
We are seeking a talented Executive Chef to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to assist in the growth and expansion of a very strong, established & growing successful upscale Italian restaurant/ gourmet pizza concept.The ideal candidate will be someone who possesses an owner/operator mentality and helps to create a culture and environment of professionalism and respect. They will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operations and managing the kitchen staff in our multi unit concept with currently 3 locations and plans for additional growth. If you have a strong background in catering, inventory control, and culinary arts, we want to hear from you.
Duties Include:
- Uphold the standards, consistency and integrity of the brand
- Create innovative menu items and ensure high-quality food production
- Must have menu engineering capabilities
- Oversee inventory control and ordering of supplies
- Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment
- Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus and specials - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Monitor food costs and work within the established budgets
- Responsible for vendor relations to negotiate best pricing
- Handle shift management duties effectively
- Able to conduct market research to understand industry trends
- Must possess a “maximum profitability” mindset for the business
Skills:
- Utilize culinary expertise to produce High end/ Upscale daily specials consisting of Seafood, Steaks & Chops, risotto etc. that showcase creativity and presentation skills.
- Strong leadership skills for supervising & mentoring kitchen staff
- Training & development of team members for maximum staff retention
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Hospitality-driven mindset to provide exceptional guest experiences
- Knowledge of catering services and event planning
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Experience level:
10 years
Pay rate:
Annual Salary $85k-$110k (based on experience)
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence or determine appropriate replacement.
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
Encourages and builds moral, mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
Establishes goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
- Upholding delivery and take out standards of 4.8 on 3rd party platforms.
Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
Email resume and references.