Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $71,000.00 - $97,800.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Meal allowance
Job Description
The Executive Chef role is a vital position within a hospitality establishment that emphasizes culinary excellence and leadership across kitchen and food service operations. This position typically belongs to a hotel, resort, or large hospitality property known for providing high-quality dining experiences to guests and visitors. The organization values culinary innovation, operational efficiency, and exceptional service standards. The Executive Chef not only leads culinary teams but also ensures that food quality, presentation, and safety consistently meet or exceed brand standards.
This role is full-time and demands a leader who can manage all facets of kitchen operations, including planning menus, tr... Show More
This role is full-time and demands a leader who can manage all facets of kitchen operations, including planning menus, tr... Show More
Job Requirements
- Available to work on call, all shifts, after hours, weekends, and public holidays
- strong culinary skills and professional attitude
- leadership and management capability
- financial and business acumen including budget preparation
- creative problem solving and resolution management
- oral and written communication skills
- willingness to assume responsibility for food and beverage operation performance
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years culinary education preferred
- 3-5+ years experience in similar executive chef position
- 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
- experience in bar operations preferred
- proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/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 at all times
- Emphasize food diversity and quality in a timely fashion
- Direct and manage culinary and stewarding staff teams
- Develop new recipes, plan menus, and handle administrative tasks
- Hire, train, and coach staff to ensure prompt, fresh, and appealing service
- Train staff in safe operating procedures of equipment and machinery
- Review staffing levels and manage delegation of duties
- Enforce company policies, safety, and health regulations
- Monitor service delivery standards, ticket times, and production schedules
- Establish and ensure execution of recipes and menu standards
- Develop prep and production schedules for all kitchen operations
- Control food costs, purchasing, inventory, portion control, and waste management
- Schedule maintenance for kitchen equipment
- Develop budgets and business plans
- Coordinate with marketing for VIP events and promotions
- Maintain cooperative relationships with management and vendors
- Handle customer feedback and complaints
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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