Executive Chef

Executive Chef

The Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant, Room Service, Associate Cafeteria and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen, work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. He/she plans meals and assists the Food & Beverage Manager with various assignments, i.e., pricing, banquets, etc.

The Associate will also perform other reasonable business duties as signed by the supervisor.

Position Requirements

Approach all encounters with Guests and Associates in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Company standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the Hotel.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).

Comply at all times with Company standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient Hotel operations.

Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid

Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.

Maintain food costs within budget guidelines.

Establish and maintain a file of recipe cards according to Company standards.

Attend Weekly F&B Meeting.

Conduct monthly department meetings with Kitchen Associates according to Company standards.

Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Kitchen personnel according to the Company's S.O.P.'s.

Review Kitchen Associates' worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to accounting on a timely basis.

Attend weekly Associate meetings and provide training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to Company standards.

Be responsible for developing a Manager as assigned by the Corporate Office, including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement.

Prepare and conduct all Kitchen interviews and follow hiring procedures according to the Company's S.O.P.'s.

Conduct all 90-day and annual Associate Performance Reviews according to the Company's S.O.P.'s.

Ensure implementation of all Company policies and all house rules.

Prepare, implement and maintain a record of food specifications.

Oversee all kitchen work areas including cooks and stewards.

Prepare Associate shift schedule according to the business forecast, payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Present the Schedule and the Wage Progress Report to the Food & Beverage Director and General Manager weekly.

Ensure that wage progress and productivity reports are completed accurately and on a timely basis according to the Company's S.O.P.'s.

Ensure compliance to brand and Company training using the steps to effective training according to Company standards.

Maintain a clean kitchen by implementing and maintaining a standard of "Clean As You Go."

Maintain proper record keeping (receiving tickets, invoices, transfer logs) according to Company standards.

Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled.

Supervise Associates in all food preparation, including proper receiving and storage of all food and food-related items.

Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.

Complete all paperwork required by the Company on a timely basis.

Review B.E.O.s and attend the Daily B.E.O. Meeting.

Develop and adhere to kitchen budget according to Company standards.

Participate in and oversee monthly food inventories.

Cost out breakfast and salad buffets quarterly (at a minimum).

Participate in special F&B promotions and critique them after implementation.

Ensure competitive bidding and adhere to corporate purchasing guidelines.

Develop and implement systems to control waste.

Review/change menus as per corporate directive and hold menu tastings after a menu change.

Recommend to Food & Beverage Director and General Manager all kitchen operating supplies and capital purchases required.

Maintain awareness of local competition and industry trends.

Develop Associate morale and ensure training of all Kitchen personnel.

Train all Kitchen Associates to Company standards using the steps to effective training according to Company standards.

Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with Managers, Associates and other departments.

Ensure that Kitchen Associates are at all times attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to Guests, all other Associates and Managers.

Maintain follow through for all Guest requests and complaints presented to the Kitchen.

Determine and price daily special. Ensure specials are served to standard, plated properly and evaluated for success/repeat use.

Develop production schedule for work assignments.

Establish and maintain key control system.

Attend monthly all-Associate meetings and any other functions as required by Management.

Ensure that plating standards and use records are posted according to Company standards.

Review food sales for accuracy daily.

Review menu abstracts, P.O.S. report and daily food cost report.

Operate and be able to make changes in P.O.S. system.

Maintain an "86'd" item board.

Plan Associate menus and oversee Associate Breakroom.

Oversee all outlets and banquet food display merchandising, including prop use and buffet decoration.

Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases, vouchering, schedules, forecasts, reports and tracking logs.

Assist the Food & Beverage Director, General Manager and/or Engineering Department in implementing and maintaining emergency procedures.

Maintain required pars of all stock.

Perform any other duties as requested by the Food & Beverage Director and/or General Manager.

Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge

At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field, a 2-year college degree, and 3 or more years of related experience. Or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 to 2 years of related experience or a Culinary Degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field.

Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.

Supervisory experience required.

Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.

Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.

Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.

Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.

Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.

Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and Guests.

Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.

Working Conditions / Environment

The following outlines the work environment Associates will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Job Type: Full-Time

Background Check: This job requires a valid drivers' license and motor vehicle background check - Yes

This job requires a criminal background check - Yes

This job requires a drug screen to be completed No

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Rebel Hospitality New York LLC