Executive Chef

Great Wolf Lodge•Bloomington, MN

1d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Executive Chef is responsible for all operations of the kitchen(s): creates and updates menus to maximize profits and minimize loss, tests and develops recipes, monitors customer satisfaction, maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food, and ensures that food and facilities meet all governmental regulations.

Requirements

High School degree or equivalent
5+ years experience in restaurant kitchen(s)
1+ years experience in restaurant supervisory/leadership role responsible for financials, menu development, and personnel related matters
Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and Holidays as needed
Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

Culinary education degree
Previous Executive Chef experience
Prior kitchen experience in hotel/resort industry
Understanding of sanitation-related issues and knowledge of precautions necessary to ensure a clean food preparation environment
Proven teamwork
Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence
Enthusiastic and positive energy

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the preparation and presentation of all foods in all venues of the Lodge
Maintain and follow all local Health Department food preparation codes and regulations
Ensure all food preparation licenses and training (as required) is maintained by all pack members
Hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other pack members involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with merchandising and productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs
Listen actively and communicate clearly while interacting with guests to promote food products and directing staff activities
Analyze feedback from guests and pack members, make judgments and take action to implement suggestions for improvement
Maintain working rapport with all hotel staff for efficient operation and service to guests
Monitor staff performance, product quality and production flow; foster improvement where necessary
Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends, regional demographics and in accordance with revenue and profitability goals
Develop innovative menu selections for special banquet themes and parties in accordance with client budgetary considerations and expectations
Confer with Director of Food and Beverage regarding new selections and changes
Audit food storeroom items and storage to maintain consistent quality products using FIFO (first in, first out) and ensure adherence to all health code requirements
Maintain controls and tracking of high value items (proteins such as steaks, bacon and sausage, etc.)
Development, implementation, and monitoring of programs that assures a safe facility and work environment that is in compliance with all appropriate regulations-Food Safety, Ergonomics, Emergency Response, Injury and Illness Prevention, and Hazard Communications Programs
Assist the Food & Beverage Director in estimating annual food budget and controllable expenditures