Calder Casino

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $71,000.00 - $97,800.00
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Work Schedule

On-call
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedule
performance bonuses

Job Description

The Executive Chef position is offered within a dynamic and esteemed hospitality environment, known for delivering exceptional food and beverage services while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction. This role is situated in a property where the culinary team plays a vital part in crafting memorable dining experiences across multiple outlets. The establishment values a high standard of professionalism, culinary creativity, and operational efficiency, striving to balance cost management with delivering fresh and diverse menu options that meet the expectations of a varied clientele. The Executive Chef is entrusted with a key leadership position, pivotal in... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Culinary education of 2 or more years preferred
  • 3 to 5 years experience in similar position required
  • Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
  • Proficient knowledge of human resources management
  • Excellent knowledge of back-of-house systems, ordering and inventory
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Available to work on call, all shifts, after hours, weekends and public holidays
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Aptitude to learn automated inventory and purchasing systems
  • Experience or involvement in bar operations preferred
  • Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming and racing license

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary education of 2 or more years preferred
  • Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in a similar executive chef position
  • Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
  • Proficient in human resources management
  • Excellent knowledge of back-of-house systems, ordering and inventory
  • Strong communication skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Availability to work on call, all shifts, after hours, weekends and public holidays
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Aptitude to learn automated inventory and purchasing systems
  • Experience or involvement in bar operations preferred
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming and racing license

Job Duties

  • Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities consistent with the brand and annual plan
  • Ensure high quality food and beverage to guests while maintaining cost to an acceptable level
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
  • Emphasize food diversity and quality in appropriate fashion
  • Direct and manage staff of culinary and stewarding teams
  • Develop new recipes, plan menus and perform administrative tasks
  • Hire, train, and coach staff to ensure prompt, fresh and appealing product and service delivery
  • Train staff in safe operating procedures of equipment and machinery
  • Establish and review staffing levels to maintain budgeted employment
  • Enforce company policies, procedures, safety, and health regulations
  • Monitor service execution, ticket times, and production schedules
  • Maintain recipes and ensure proper execution regularly
  • Develop prep and production schedules for all restaurants
  • Control food costs, purchasing specifications, storeroom requisitions, portion and waste control
  • Schedule maintenance for all kitchen equipment
  • Prepare annual budgets and work with Food and Beverage Team
  • Coordinate menu and pricing improvements
  • Collaborate with Marketing Team for VIP events and promotions
  • Maintain cooperative relationships with management and vendors
  • Obtain feedback on food and service quality
  • Handle customer problems and complaints
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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