Chef de Cuisine - Velvet Buffalo

Rockford, IL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $63,100.00 - $86,300.00

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Training and development opportunities

401k

medical benefits

24/7 Online Care

Pet insurance

Job Description

Geronimo Hospitality Group is not your typical work environment; it is a distinguished collection of award-winning boutique hotels, restaurants, and clubs that pride themselves on innovation and excellence. The group embodies a culture that challenges the status quo and strives to set new standards in hospitality. At Geronimo Hospitality Group, the team is known for pushing boundaries daily, creating unique destinations rather than mere pit stops, and fostering an atmosphere that values hard work and creativity. This is where those who are passionate about hospitality and eager to make a significant impact come to thrive.

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Job Requirements

U.S. work authorization required
Three plus years of restaurant supervisory experience or culinary school
Culinary education or equivalent work experience
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
Ability to manage a team while delegating tasks and ensuring completion
Ability to handle difficult and challenging situations and conversations
ServSafe certification required

Job Qualifications

Three plus years of restaurant supervisory experience or culinary school
Culinary education or equivalent work experience
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
Ability to manage a team while delegating tasks efficiently
Ability to handle difficult and challenging situations and conversations
ServSafe certification required

Job Duties

Assist with hiring, firing, discipline, scheduling, payroll, inventory and other managerial duties as assigned
Assist the Executive Chef in the management of an inventory process
Monitor inventory process in compliance with respective policies and procedures
Purchase inventory according to needs, quality, specifications and budgets
Monitor menu content for effectiveness
Cost out food specials
Work closely with the Executive Chef and management staff regarding customer satisfaction regarding food selections
Ensure quality in menu and food preparation
Oversee the operations of the kitchen and back-of-house ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or request
Ensure kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards
Create and modify the restaurant's menu based on food trends, food costs, patron requests, and seasonal availability
Oversee stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients, ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste
Maintain and inspect kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed
Maintain kitchen budget
Set prices for food items on the menu
Collaborate with specialty chefs on menu items such as dessert menus
Perform other related duties as assigned
Foster a professional working environment of trust, compassion, excellence, and culinary professionalism
Carry out all correct disciplinary action policies and procedures for all team members
Promote a positive perception of the company internally and externally
Ensure that kitchen schedule is completed accurately and timely
Attend weekly BEO meetings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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