Floating Chef Manager

About the Company NEXDINE Hospitality’s family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. Job Details Position: Chef Manager Location: MA Hours: Full Time Salary: Starting Annual Salary $70,000/yr, Pay Frequency Weekly – Direct Deposit Benefits Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Company‑Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth Opportunities Various Employee Perks and Rewards Job Summary The Chef Manager reports to the General Manager or Regional Vice President and is responsible for developing and executing culinary results to exceed customer expectations. Oversees and manages culinary and financial operations to meet service, production, and presentation standards. Client relationship management. Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food. Manages annual revenue up to $500k. Responsibilities Manage menu writing and cycle of cost control utilizing appropriate recipes and costing measures. Ensure quality of all food products and that standards are met. Oversee all aspects of food production, execution and presentation. Oversee all aspects of catering operations. Maintain vendor relationships; inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas for conformance to standards. Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs; purchase all food or supplies needed while ensuring quality control practices for receiving all products. Determine production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely delivery of services, including payroll processing. Maintain company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, uniform guidelines, and productivity. Compile and record production or operational data on specified forms. Manage client relationships to maintain client satisfaction and account retention. Manage department controllable expenses (P&L) including food costs, labor, supplies, uniforms, and equipment within budgetary guidelines. Assist in budgetary process and analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items based on food, labor, and overhead costs. Manage inventory and submit financial reporting to the corporate office per NEXDINE guidelines. Recruit, hire, terminate, review, and manage unit staff; instruct, train and supervise cooks or other workers in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation. Provide excellent customer service: be attentive, approachable, greeting and thanking customers. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills & Aptitude Customer/Client Focus Communication Proficiency Manage Change and Build Agility Manage Conflict and Work Successfully Under Pressure Performance Management: Coach and Develop Employees Qualifications – Required Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years’ experience in food service management. Qualifications – Preferred Education & Experience Culinary school certificate or degree. Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Required Eligibility Qualifications ServSafe Certification Choke Safety Certification Allergen Awareness Certification (MA) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Work Environment & Physical Demands This job operates in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, fire, noise, and includes operation of equipment such as ovens, stoves, dishwashers, slicers, coffee machines, steamers, mixers, and chef’s knives. The employee may also work in an office environment using standard office equipment (computers, phones, televisions, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines). Physical demands include sitting, reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting items weighing 40 pounds or less. Standing for long periods, manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and following written and oral instructions are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr NEXDINE, LLC