Executive Chef

Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development

Job Description

Legends ASM Global is a prominent leader in the management of publicly assembled facilities, known for delivering extraordinary experiences through premier venues. With a dynamic and vibrant work culture, Legends ASM Global manages the Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack through Premier Food Services, Inc., a well-respected food services provider. The company prides itself on maintaining excellence, innovation, and quality across all facets of its operations. This organization is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to their continued success. Positioned as an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, they encourage applications from... Show More

Job Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume food service environment
strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, ADP, ABI, Workday

Job Qualifications

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume, upscale food service environment
culinary degree or equivalent professional training
strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
American Culinary Federation Certified Executive Chef (CEC) preferred
excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
creative and innovative mindset with a passion for culinary excellence
strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control
flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, ADP, ABI, Workday

Job Duties

Develop and implement innovative and diverse menus that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary requirements
oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality food production
manage and mentor a team of culinary professionals, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen
monitor food costs and implement cost control measures without compromising quality
collaborate with event planners and clients to create customized menus for special events and functions
manage 10+ restaurants during the live horse racing season
maintain a fine dining experience
stay current with industry trends and continuously seek ways to improve and innovate
maintain a strong working relationship with the Catering Director and Catering Department
maintain good connections with local food and beverage purveyors

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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