Executive Chef - Toscana Kitchen / AC Hotel Lansing

Concord Hospitality Enterprises • Lansing, MI

3h • $59,659 - $74,574

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and driven Executive Chef to lead our culinary
team during an exciting period of transition. With our current chef relocating
out of the market in late May for an exciting opportunity, and while he will be
missed, we are energized about the future. This role offers a unique opportunity
to build on meaningful progress already underway and shape the next chapter of
our kitchen’s growth and success.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary operations, including the main
kitchen, banquet services, and restaurant outlets. You’ll lead and inspire a
talented team, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and continuous
development.

This position is responsible for directing all aspects of food preparation,
production, and quality control for Toscana, the AC Lounge, and banquet
operations. The ideal candidate will ensure consistently fresh, flavorful, and
visually appealing dishes while maintaining a sharp focus on food cost
management and operational efficiency.

If you’re a hands-on leader ready to make an impact and elevate a culinary
program, we’d love to connect.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 6 years of experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• Must have a positive attitude at all times.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the selection, training, and development of the personnel within the department; planning, assigning and directing work: appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; safety; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and overseeing departmental matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws.
• Review staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Responsible for the development and enhancement of the food product that is presented to guests. Proposing changes that respond to the marketplace and to guests’ needs, both present and anticipated. Recommend changes to the food product. Use market research to develop new products and menu concepts.
• Responsible for maintaining quality of food product and ensuring consistency in food delivery and standards.
• Work in support of team goals and measure effectiveness through the Food & Beverage profit and service performance. Ensure that all goals are geared toward exceeding guest’s expectations. Participate in long range planning.
• Develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas.
• Establish goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Communicate the importance of safety procedures, detailing procedure codes, ensuring employee understanding of safety codes, monitoring processes and procedures related to safety.
• Manage department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
• Work closely with vendors to obtain the highest quality offerings at the most reasonable price.
• Provide direction for menu development.
• Improve service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Empower employees to provide excellent customer service. Establish guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters. Ensure employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
• Control the elements that determine profit and loss. Responsible for all major kitchen/restaurant operating expenses. Set margins and manage the business against projections.

Benefits

• We offer competitive wages.
• Full-time associates are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package, which includes medical/dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, 401K options, tuition assistance, discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels, plus training & development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees