Executive Chef

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for long- and short-term planning and day-to-day operations of the kitchen and related culinary departments.
• Manage associates and managers in the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the employees while providing a safe environment; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles and discipline and terminate as appropriate.
• Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost effective manner.
• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment, which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate, and franchise standards and regulations.
• Develop, recommend, implement and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.
• Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc.) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.
• Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
• Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a culinary leadership role
• Food safety certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to multi-task
• Team player
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests

Additional Information:

• The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy.
• Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
• Schulte Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Range: $90,000-$110,000