Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $69,100.00 - $95,100.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
SongTeller Hotel in Nashville is a distinctive and vibrant hospitality establishment inspired by the legendary Dolly Parton. This upscale hotel, featuring 245 rooms, is a celebration of Dolly's epic career and trailblazing spirit, designed to offer guests an immersive experience where they can 'Love Every Moment.' The hotel is more than just a place for rest; it is a hub of music, style, and hospitality crafted with a unique blend of glamour, artistic surprises, and humor, reflecting Dolly Parton's iconic personality and legacy. With two food and beverage entertainment venues, a market, and even Dolly Parton's Museum, SongTeller Hotel brings... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent culinary certification preferred
- Minimum seven years of culinary leadership experience in similar hospitality environments
- Experience managing multiple F&B outlets and banquet operations
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse culinary team
- Knowledge of food cost control and budget management
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Experience with culinary software such as Crunchtime
- Commitment to sustainability and local sourcing
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations and resolve conflicts effectively
Job Qualifications
- Seven or more years of progressive culinary leadership experience preferably in upscale, lifestyle or luxury hotel settings
- Proven ability to lead large-scale operations with multiple F&B outlets and high-volume service
- Formal culinary training from an accredited institution preferred
- Deep knowledge of Southern cuisine and modern American cooking techniques
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, team building, communication, and organizational skills
- Passion for creating memorable dining experiences and fostering a positive kitchen culture
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Experience with hotel openings preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Micros POS System, Hotel Effectiveness, Crunchtime or other F&B recipe, inventory management, and ordering software
Job Duties
- Lead the culinary direction utilizing knowledge of food industry trends, classics, and seasonal ingredients
- Manage pre-opening critical path process and milestones
- Recruit, interview and train culinary team
- Oversee all kitchen operations including F&B venues, market, in-room dining, and banquets
- Hire, train and mentor kitchen staff focusing on excellence and team spirit
- Maintain highest standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and safety
- Collaborate with F&B and Sales Teams to design seasonal menus and unique guest experiences
- Manage culinary budgets, food costs, inventory, and vendor relationships
- Incorporate sustainability practices and local sourcing
- Uphold compliance with health regulations and safety standards
- Represent the property at community and media events
- Meet culinary financial objectives through budgeting and forecasting
- Utilize Crunchtime software for menu costing, inventory, and food cost evaluation
- Ensure menu items meet brand standards
- Maintain sanitation standards and compliance with safety programs
- Ensure security and proper storage of food and beverages
- Educate and train staff in compliance with brand standards and regulations
- Promote teamwork and quality service through interdepartmental communication
- Investigate and resolve guest needs and enhance sales prospects
- Maintain kitchen equipment and storerooms
- Perform Manager-on-Duty functions and shifts as assigned
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