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Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) with employer match
Holiday pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
basic life insurance
Disability Benefits
Employee Meals

Job Description

Q Center is a leading full-service conference center with over 40 years of distinguished experience in meeting planning and special event production. Located in the Midwest, Q Center boasts more than 150,000 square feet of IACC-certified meeting and event spaces, making it one of the largest and most versatile venues in the region. Catering to a wide variety of events, from Fortune 500 company meetings to small business training sessions and large-scale fundraisers and galas, Q Center provides an exceptional environment where business and pleasure come together. The facility is renowned not only for its state-of-the-art amenities and expansive event... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Flexible to work evenings and weekends
  • able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 20 pounds frequently
  • attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests and associates
  • ensure guest satisfaction and safety
  • oversee daily culinary operations across all food service areas
  • communicate effectively with management and guests
  • comply with standard operating procedures and requisition processes
  • conduct employee performance reviews and training
  • prepare food purchase orders and manage inventory
  • develop labor schedules and oversee payroll
  • assist in special menus and pricing
  • interview and hire food and beverage staff

Job Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field or a 4-year college degree and at least 3 years of related experience
  • culinary degree preferred
  • prior experience as an Executive Chef preferred
  • food handler certification or equivalent required
  • strong knowledge of food safety, menu development, budgeting, forecasting, quality control, food inventory and purchasing controls
  • knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques, health department rules and local liquor laws

Job Duties

  • Coordinate and supervise all culinary operations
  • develop menus and service standards
  • manage forecasting, budgeting, labor and payroll
  • ensure compliance with food sanitation and safety standards
  • reduce associate turnover and promote business growth
  • oversee food product quality and presentation
  • conduct performance reviews and staff training

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location