Chef de Cuisine

Arlo Chicago•Chicago, IL

11h

About The Position

Arlo Hotels, an independent lifestyle hotel brand, is now seeking a dynamic Chef de Cuisine. Are you passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in your approach? If so, keep on reading!! Here at Arlo we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more.” The role of the Chef de Cuisine is a vital position to the success of the overall culinary operation. This role is responsible for maintaining standards of cleanliness, food quality, labor, and food costs across all food outlets.

Requirements

Must have 10 years + cooking/management experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen
Must have 5 years
Must be proficient in the English language (both speaking and writing)
No smoking while in the workstation.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to stay on your feet for 8 hours plus
Must have great knife skills in all butchery and knife cuts of any kind
Must have extensive knowledge in all aspects of a professional kitchen
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Must have extensive knowledge of the Illinois Department of Health’s codes and regulations
Serve Safe certificate

Responsibilities

Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations
Displays honesty & integrity
Delivering outstanding service creates memorable experiences.
Manages the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
Strong written communication
Provides quality customer service.
Works in a professional environment
Oversee all production schedules
Oversee all Back of House overtime
Maintain the food cost of all culinary operations to the company standards.
Maintain labor costs of all culinary operations to company standards.
Oversee all aspects of scheduling and payroll
Must continually speak with purveyors to get the best price for the best ingredients possible
Oversee all food outlets: Restaurant, Roof top, Banquet (BEO), General Store, and Lobby Bar
Taste all prep for their service and ensure a consistent standard are upheld
Oversee DOH and temperature checklists 3 times daily
Coordinate with the Kitchen Manager on issues, concerns, and thoughts to continually improve the restaurant
Establish a training schedule for new cooks and Sous Chefs.
Inspire and set a positive tone in the kitchen.
Write up and coaching forms for their workgroup
Primary teacher for new hire trainees during their service
Perform biannual employee evaluations in their workgroup
Confirm all food presented during service is correct
Overseeing the expediting of their service
Responsible for maintaining an Illinois Department of Health ‘A’ Level Facility.
Overseas, all product ordering
Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date Food Handler's permit
Recruit and interview new cooks
Perform a weekly inventory and submit to accounting
Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date Food Handlers Permit.
Upholds all People Services best practices as it pertains to coaching, counseling, disciplinary, hiring, and terminations.
Follows and ensures compliance of all Arlo Hotels policies and standard operating procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Acts as an ambassador to Arlo Hotels Culture.