Executive Chef Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Previous experience in a chef leadership role.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
• Experience supervising others and leading a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Food service permit as required by the local or state government agency.
• ServSafe certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, culinary degree, or culinary certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national programs, including the Menu Program, Approved Product List, and inventory procedures.
• Select, develop, and retain talented culinary staff.
• Ensure financial targets are met and accounting procedures and monthly financial reviews are followed; analyze shortfalls and determine specific corrective action plans.
• Observe and coach employees during daily kitchen operations to ensure product quality and timeliness.
• Review guest and member surveys and feedback and determine appropriate action when needed.
• Engineer menu items to ensure quality and appropriate margins.
• Create and execute short- and long-term operational and financial plans to improve departmental quality and financial results.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitary and complies with federal, state, and local laws.
• Create menus for events, custom events, daily features, and other needs.
• Identify and communicate successes and best practices to the Regional Chef and/or VP of Food & Beverage to help improve company-wide quality and financial results.
• Maintain communication between departments and keep other departments informed about special programs and events.
• Obtain ServSafe certification within 30 days of hire.