Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development programs
flexible schedules
Job Description
Giant Eagle Inc. is a well-established and respected grocery store chain known for its commitment to quality, community, and employee development. Operating across various locations in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas, Giant Eagle prides itself on being more than just a grocery store — it is a vibrant community and a family where diversity, talent, and hard work come together. The company emphasizes nurturing an environment that allows team members to grow their careers, offering countless opportunities within its warehouses, grocery stores, and corporate offices. Known for its caring culture and strong family values, Giant Eagle has... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of ten years experience as Executive Chef with multiunit food and beverage operational experience in hotels, restaurants and country clubs
- Strong organizational skills to function effectively and attention to detail while meeting deadlines
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office productivity software (MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
- Overall knowledge of culinary trends, food quality and preparation
- Proven leadership in a complex environment with multiple direct reports
- Excellent culinary and food processing skills
- Experience in ordering, inventory maintenance, and shrink control
- Ability to maintain efficient operation and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
- Food Safety certification required
- Alcohol awareness and Serve Safe training certification required
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to work flexible schedule including opening, closing, holidays and weekends
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of ten years experience as Executive Chef with multiunit food and beverage operational experience in hotels, restaurants and country clubs
- Proven leadership experience in a complex environment with multiple direct reports
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office productivity software (MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
- Strong knowledge of current culinary trends, food quality, preparation, and presentation
- Excellent culinary and food processing skills
- Experience in ordering, inventory maintenance, and shrink control
- Food Safety certification
- Alcohol awareness and Serve Safe training certified
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Job Duties
- Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of work for team members, guests, and products
- Enable unparalleled guest service by leading the restaurant team by example
- Cultivate a foodie culture by sharing excitement and passion for food with team members and guests
- Inspire the restaurant team and guests with innovative recipes, creating new dishes and expanding offerings
- Set and reach aggressive sales and profit goals by encouraging sampling and managing shrink
- Drive profitability by partnering with catering teams and local businesses for corporate and community events
- Make innovative plans and suggestions to improve business plans through collaboration
- Responsible for total operation and financial results of restaurant, kitchen, Grab 'n Go case, and banquet facility
- Train and manage kitchen personnel, supervise and coordinate culinary activities
- Set budget, profitability, and earnings targets using forecasting methods
- Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
- Select and develop recipes for café specials and specialty events
- Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation standards
- Plan and price menus, including recipe standardization, plating, and costing
- Ensure proper equipment operation, maintenance, safety, and sanitation in kitchen
- Directly supervise kitchen personnel including hiring, onboarding, development, performance, and discipline
- Maintain clean and sanitary work area in kitchen, walk-ins, and storage
- Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, garnishment, and presentation for quality assurance
- Build high-performing teams by established operating principles and conflict management
- Lead by example in collaboration, teamwork, and motivation
- Mentor team members and foster individual development ownership
- Develop successors and talent pools aligned with company strategy
- Address career development, work environment, and life balance to retain talent
- Work flexible schedule including opening, closing, holidays, and weekends
- Provide motivational leadership focusing on respect, exemplary behavior, and fun with food
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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