Executive Chef

Crescent Careers • Oklahoma City, OK

13d

About The Position

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

Requirements

• Progressive culinary experience in a fast-paced, multi-faceted operation, with a minimum of 3 years leading culinary operations as an Executive Chef.
• Previous leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen, with a demonstrated ability to develop menu items that meet the discerning tastes of a diverse audience.
• Curiosity regarding food trends and the ability to assess trends for their value in driving the guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the culinary department, including menu concepting and design, ensuring the quality preparation of all menu items, and proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with standards.
• Interview, hire, train, and evaluate culinary associates, fostering an environment of open communication and continuous improvement.
• Establish daily priorities, assign production and preparation tasks, and ensure each kitchen area is stocked with the necessary tools, supplies, and equipment to meet business demands.
• Review banquet event orders, requisition supplies, ensure quality of products received, and monitor the performance of associates to maintain high standards.
• Conduct frequent walk-throughs of each kitchen area, coaching associates to correct deficiencies and ensuring quality and attention to detail.
• Assist the Catering department in developing special menus for functions and meet with clients as requested.
• Oversee the training of new hires and maintain an ongoing training program for existing staff, reevaluating positions and making necessary changes.

Benefits

• Highly competitive wages
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed