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 Schedule
Job Description
Giant Eagle Inc. is a prominent retail company known for its commitment to quality, community, and customer service. Founded in the heart of the Midwest, Giant Eagle operates a wide network of supermarkets, convenience stores, and specialty food shops throughout the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. With a reputation as one of the top workplaces in these regions, the company prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment that values diversity, family values, and employee growth. Giant Eagle is much more than a grocery store; it is a giant family of talented and dedicated team members who work collaboratively... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum ten years experience as Executive Chef with multiunit food and beverage operations
- Bachelor's degree
- Certification in Food Safety
- Alcohol awareness and Serve Safe training certification
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven leadership in complex environments with multiple direct reports
- Experience in ordering and inventory maintenance
- Ability to maintain efficient operations and troubleshoot equipment
- Excellent culinary and food processing skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum ten years experience as Executive Chef
- Proven leadership experience with multiple direct reports
- Excellent culinary and food processing skills
- Knowledge of current culinary trends
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Certification in Food Safety
- Alcohol awareness and Serve Safe training certified
- Experience in ordering, inventory, and shrink control
- Strong organizational and customer service skills
Job Duties
- Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of work
- 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
- Set and reach aggressive sales and profit goals by encouraging sampling and managing shrink
- Drive profitability by partnering with catering team and local businesses
- Make innovative plans to improve business and collaborate across company levels
- Responsible for operation and financial results of restaurant, kitchen, Grab 'n Go case, banquet facility
- Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise culinary activities
- Set budget and earnings targets using forecasting
- Estimate food consumption and requisition food
- Select and develop recipes for specials and events
- Standardize recipes and establish presentation and quality standards
- Plan and price menus
- Ensure proper equipment operation and kitchen safety
- Supervise kitchen personnel with hiring, onboarding, development, and discipline
- Maintain clean and sanitary work areas
- Monitor food preparation, portion sizes, and presentation
- Build high performing teams and handle conflict
- Lead by example in collaboration and motivate teams
- Mentor others and encourage development
- Develop successors and talent pools
- Address career development and work-life balance
- Work flexible schedule including holidays and weekends
- Provide motivational leadership focusing on respect and team development
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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