Executive Chef

Schulte Hospitality Group•Portland, OR

About The Position

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and related culinary departments. The role is responsible for long- and short-term planning and day-to-day operations, managing kitchen associates and managers, and overseeing food procurement, production, preparation, and presentation. The Executive Chef ensures food is handled safely and cost-effectively and that kitchen facilities and equipment meet applicable health, safety, corporate, and franchise standards. The Executive Chef develops and manages the department budget, monitors labor and food costs, and creates and implements menus and supporting production practices to improve revenue and profit margins while maintaining quality. The role also promotes the Accident Prevention Program and performs other duties as assigned. Schulte Companies describes its workplace as inclusive, employee-focused, and supportive of employee development and career growth.

Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of experience in a culinary leadership role.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Team-player mindset.
  • Ability to exceed guest expectations.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and oversee the kitchen’s long- and short-term operations and day-to-day activities across related culinary departments.
  • Manage kitchen associates and managers, including hiring, training, developing, empowering, coaching, counseling, conducting performance and salary reviews, resolving problems, maintaining open communication, and disciplining or terminating employees as appropriate.
  • Plan and manage food procurement, production, preparation, and presentation throughout the hotel in a safe, sanitary, and cost-effective manner.
  • Monitor and control the maintenance and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to maintain a healthy, safe work environment that meets or exceeds applicable standards and regulations.
  • Develop, recommend, implement, and manage the department budget; analyze, forecast, monitor, and control labor and food costs to meet or exceed objectives.
  • Develop and implement menus and supporting practices, including records, production lists, pars, and training, to improve revenue and profit margins while maintaining quality.
  • Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet business objectives.

Benefits

  • Daily Pay, allowing associates to get paid today for work performed today.
  • Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all associates starting on day one.
  • Multiple health insurance options.
  • Life insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off for eligible associates in accordance with company policy.
  • Holiday pay.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Schulte Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.
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