Executive Chef

The Living Room

Executive Chef

Dunedin, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Job Description:

    The Executive Chef is responsible for leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food, proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and profitability. The Executive Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Executive Chef helps to lead culinary development within the brand.

    Company Overview

    The Feinstein Group is one of the most well-respected, award-winning hospitality groups in the Tampa Bay Area. Creating unforgettable, one-of-a-kind dining experiences IS OUR PASSION. Our Team consists of some of the BEST AND BRIGHTEST in our industry. We believe a great employee deserves to be recognized. We look forward to speaking with you about the opportunities we offer.

    Job Summary

    Systems Duties:

    Ensure the facilitation and follow up of Fusion Prep Software

    Oversee an accurate monthly inventory

    Ensure the facilitation and use of Restaurant365 software

    Personnel Duties:

    Establish training procedures and guidelines and implement new procedures to strengthen quality performance

    Ensure employees are following appropriate personal hygiene procedures

    Train staff on the impact of portion control

    Develop and cultivate positive peer and vendor relationships

    Follow and ensure compliance with all policies and standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Service Manual, and other company-generated documents

    Any other tasks as assigned by the Chain of Command

    Support a culture of enthusiasm, teamwork, kindness, and belief in genuine hospitality

    Culinary Duties:

    Prepare high-quality cuisine and supervise the culinary and support staff

    Oversee production and food preparation. Ensure mise en place is completed prior to commencement of service.

    Be proficient in every station

    Ensure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, presentation, and correct temperature

    Maintain proper sanitation standards. Ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures

    Institute loss prevention measures, control waste and rotate product

    Keep up with trends and apply knowledge during menu development

    Menu development

    Meet the financial goals of the restaurant while working collaboratively with other managers

    Qualifications

    Proven success as head of kitchen operations in a high-volume ($5 Million) upscale restaurant or high-end resort restaurant

    Strong passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge, and service

    Proven ability to develop a team

    Knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to great execution

    Proven track record of running excellent kitchens, utilizing BOH Kitchen managerial systems (prep lists, training programs, etc.)

    Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression

    Hunger for growth is a huge plus

    Experience with Restaurant365 and Fusion Prep is a plus

    Benefits/Perks

    Industry-leading compensation packages

    Weekly paychecks

    Quarterly bonuses

    Health, Dental, Vision

    Life Insurance

    Two weeks paid vacation

    Personal and sick days

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