Executive Chef

Clovis, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $71,000.00 - $97,800.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Flexible vacation or time away from work plan

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with 15% company match

short-term disability

long-term disability

Paid parental leave

paid bereavement leave

Monthly Cell Phone Stipend

Accrued Paid Sick Leave

Job Description

SSA Group is a premier partner for zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions, specializing in integrating dining, retail, admissions, and more to create revenue-enhancing opportunities across the United States. With over 50 years of industry experience, SSA Group prides itself on refining foundational practices while pioneering innovative approaches that prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and cutting-edge solutions. Founded as a family-oriented business, SSA Group nurtures a culture of dedication, love, and commitment, aiming to elevate the guest experience and support the missions of its diverse partners. The company tailors its best practices to meet partner needs uniquely, ensuring higher standards and... Show More

Job Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to articulate to client, Resident Area General Manager and HQ personnel
Proven leadership skills with understanding of team building and development
Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills combined with organization
Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills
Demonstrates ability to remain flexible in fast paced environment
Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and move and handle boxes up to 35lbs
Ability to work varied hours and days including nights, weekends and holidays as needed

Job Qualifications

Five years chef experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue
Culinary Arts Degree
ServSafe Certified
Knowledge of HAACP
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proven leadership skills
Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills
Ability to remain flexible in fast-paced environment
Computer knowledge for basic office functions
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle 35lbs
Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays

Job Duties

Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and progressively coach kitchen personnel as appropriate
develop culinary training programs for food production employees and serve as a culinary resource to promote quality food services
train kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery, as well as food production principles and practices
assist General Manager with accurate forecast of weekly and monthly sales as necessary
direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff
maintain a close relationship with the client's staff to ensure a positive working relationship
manage employees in accordance with State and Federal labor laws
maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment
uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client
supervise period end inventory for all food and beverage areas
direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items
supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions
monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures
establish maintenance schedules in conjunction with manufacturer's instructions for all equipment
provide safety training in lifting, carrying, hazardous material control, chemical control, and basic first aid
facilitate maintenance and repairs of facility and equipment
ensure overall consistency and high quality across operations
plan menus based on market trends, customer preferences and nutritional considerations
design recipes and specify serving portions
inspect all locations for quality of food preparation, service, appearance, cleanliness, and employee appearance
place food product orders and maintain communication with vendors
evaluate quality of raw food and finished products
implement and enforce sanitary practices and food safety regulations
process invoices ensuring timely vendor payments
manage all culinary operational functions within the unit
control food cost within purchasing specifications, storeroom requisition systems, recipe standardization, and waste control
prepare operational reports and analyses
analyze sales and inventory to maximize opportunities
manage payroll and controllable profit within guidelines
schedule appropriate staff levels in accordance with budget and business forecast
set precedent to achieve sales, per capita and controllable budget
incorporate sustainable resources into culinary selections
promote an inclusive and supportive approach at the unit
support sustainability and conservation efforts among staff
drive community engagement through hiring and giving back initiatives
perform other tasks as necessary

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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