Executive Chef

Albany, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $65,000.00 - $68,000.00

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K Investment

Associate Development Plan Opportunities

internal promotion opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

voluntary benefits

FSA and HSA account options

Associate Travel Program Discounts

Job Description

Hilton Garden Inn Albany is a renowned hospitality establishment located in Albany, NY, known for providing exceptional service and comfortable accommodations to its guests. As a prominent hotel brand within the Hilton portfolio, Hilton Garden Inn Albany upholds high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a preferred destination for both business and leisure travelers in the region. With its commitment to excellence, the hotel continually strives to enhance guest experiences through outstanding food and beverage offerings as well as top-notch hospitality services.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years culinary management experience
Proven experience in food and beverage operations
Ability to lift 30-75 lbs
Physical capability to stand, walk, bend, and climb ladders
Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

Education in management
Extensive culinary experience
Experience in food and beverage operations
Knowledge of food handling and production
Ability to supervise and train staff
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Familiarity with local health department regulations

Job Duties

Maintain an acceptable level in food cost by controlling the recommended food handling/storage procedures
Ensure proper holding guidelines are used for hot, cold, frozen, and dry foods
Follow leftover cooking and storage guidelines established through health department standards
Oversee the proper food sanitation guidelines are adhered to at all times and kitchen staff is periodically updated on contamination hazards
Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of all food production, holding, and storage areas to meet or exceed the local Health Department regulations
Emergency and Safety guidelines followed through the use of proper knowledge of kitchen equipment handling and the storage of First Aid supplies in work areas
Fire prevention maintained on daily basis through inspection of high-risk areas
Use and maintain kitchen equipment and utensils according to prescribed procedures
Arrange food production equipment in stations for systematic food preparation and service
Determine the amount of food to prepare and follow standardized recipes for consistent preparation
Oversee the order taking, preparation, serving, and banquet functions
Food orders are prepared only when authorized by a written guest check or function sheet
Maintain all Food and Beverage cost controls in accordance with hotel guidelines
Coordinate the receiving of all packages in accordance with hotel guidelines
Maintain FIFO system for proper stock rotation and ensure proper storage of perishable and non-perishable items
Responsible for storing and rotating incoming stock
Responsible for filling and ticketing all incoming requisitions accurately
Take daily inventory and maintain top 10 perpetual
Conduct weekly comprehensive inventory orders of all kitchen inventories
Schedule departmental training and employee meetings
Regularly direct the work of at least two or more full-time employees or their equivalent
Participate in the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status of departmental employees

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