Executive Chef

Heritage Hotel Golf Spa and Conference Center

Executive Chef

Southbury, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We're looking for a culinary leader who can provide our guests with fantastic dining experiences. We require a supervisor who is capable of overseeing the entire kitchen and ensuring food safety laws are followed, as well as being successful at implementing new menu items and recipes. Passion for food and the ability to inspire others to be innovative and enthusiastic kitchen professionals are highly valued skills. To be considered for the position, you must have executive chef experience or sous chef experience at a top-notch restaurant. Apply now if you're ready to bring your creativity and leadership skills to our exciting team! Responsibilities: • Set and monitor performance criteria for team members, as well as provide advice and direction to support and maintain an efficient kitchen • Control department costs that are under your management, such as food, supplies, uniforms, and equipment, and work with vendors to get the best products at a cost-effective price • Create new and unique menu items and specials using various ingredients in an innovative way • Exceed guest expectations while increasing sales and profits and overseeing the success of day-to-day operations of the restaurant kitchen • Teach recruits and hire staff that suit the business culture to provide a welcoming atmosphere for kitchen employees Qualifications: • Candidates need a strong understanding of compliance with kitchen safety and food storage requirements • This role requires experience building, motivating, and leading a team • Must have 7-8 years of culinary experience for this role • Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate • Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers Compensation: $70,000

  • Compensation
    $70,000 per year