Executive Chef

About Your 3rd Spot Bar & Restaurant Industry Excellence Awards: WINNER 2024 Best Hospitality Training Program About Your 3rd Spot Bar & Restaurant Industry Excellence Awards: WINNER 2024 Best Hospitality Training Program Your 1st Spot is Home, your 2nd Spot is Work: Welcome to Your 3rd Spot - Y3S (Your 3rd Spot) offers an inclusive environment that connects people and builds community. It is your escape from the everyday where diversity in experiences and individuality in choices are celebrated. Your \"Experiences Pass\" values time and unlocks unlimited access to a curated array of unique games, experiences, and social spaces designed for connection. \"Taste & Explore\" with elevated and approachable small plates dining, proving that great food is experiential when done right. The spirited craft beverage program is focused on quality, while the sophisticated zero-proof options ensure everyone has a seat at the bar. Explore & Connect at Your 3rd Spot. Be part of a community that celebrates the art of hospitality and living well. Please remember: When considering a new role, the most important question isn't \"can I do it?\" it's \"do I want it?\" It's up to the employer to decide whether you're qualified. Only you can gauge whether you're motivated. Values should align with the job. Skills can be learned on the job. Role Description The Executive Chef takes pride in their work, is consistent, embraces systems and routines. The Executive Chef is responsible for fostering a culture of passionate, guest service-oriented culinary team members who are given autonomy, mastery, and purpose to help them exceed guest expectations and grow sales. Creation and curation of food that supports the mission statement of valuing time, evolving exploration, and making memories. Ensuring all administrative functions are completed to best arm the team with the product, knowledge, and support to maintain a high level of excellence for all guests. What we’re looking for (who you are). Hospitality focused and possess the following virtues: CURIOUS: Ask, explore, challenging what is possible. OPTIMISTIC: Have fun (it is a choice). Do not pass stress onto teammates or guests. GRIT: Persevere and never stop evolving. ADAPTABLE: Be open-minded! Approach every situation with curiosity. SELF-AWARE: Understand your strengths and weaknesses as well as what you want to accomplish- then seek out feedback. CONSISTENT: Show up, be disciplined, do the small things right, every time. Please do NOT apply here if: Money is your main motivation. If you run away at the first sign of difficulty. If your default is to make excuses and not take ownership for outcomes. Your ego is stronger than your willingness to learn. You cannot hold a job for more than a year because the grass is always greener. Qualifications & Requirements Degrees & Certifications are great, but not required Strong leadership skills and at least 5 years of experience in the restaurant/hospitality industry Experience in conceptualizing, costing and executing menus Experience in staff recruitment, training, and scheduling Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management, cost control, and P&L management Adept at multitasking with exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with guests and team members at all levels Strong written and verbal communication skills A passion for exceptional guest experiences, social dining, and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment #J-18808-Ljbffr