Executive Chef | Riviera

Schulte Hospitality Group•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and related culinary departments at Riviera. The position is responsible for long- and short-term planning and daily operations, including managing kitchen associates and managers, overseeing food procurement and production, and ensuring food is prepared and presented safely, sanitarily, and cost-effectively. The Executive Chef also maintains kitchen and equipment sanitation, manages budgets and costs, and develops menus to improve revenue and profit margins while maintaining quality. The role promotes the Accident Prevention Program and includes other duties as assigned to meet business objectives. Schulte Hospitality Group describes its culture as service-oriented, inclusive, employee-focused, and committed to associate development and career growth. The company operates more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. The hiring process may include interviews, a drug screen, background and reference checks, and a potential employment assessment. Compensation and benefits details will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage the long- and short-term operations of the kitchen and related culinary departments.
  • Manage kitchen associates and managers, including hiring, training, developing, empowering, coaching, counseling, reviewing performance and salary, resolving problems, maintaining open communication, and disciplining or terminating as appropriate.
  • Plan and manage procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of hotel food in a safe, sanitary, and cost-effective manner.
  • Monitor and control maintenance and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy and 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 materials and processes within corporate guidelines 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 day one.
  • Multiple health insurance options.
  • Multiple life insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Paid time off for eligible associates under the Company's Paid Time Off policy.
  • Holiday pay.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Schulte Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.
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