Havana 1957 Flamingo

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,300.00 - $94,100.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
performance bonuses

Job Description

The Executive Chef position is an integral leadership role within a dynamic restaurant environment dedicated to culinary excellence and exceptional guest satisfaction. This role reports directly to the Concept Chef and carries the responsibility for overseeing all culinary activities within the restaurant. The establishment, prominently focused on delivering a high-quality dining experience, values innovation, efficiency, and consistent performance through strategic culinary operations. The Executive Chef will be the driving force behind all kitchen activities, guiding the back-of-house team to achieve and maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation.

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Job Requirements

  • Degree in culinary arts
  • minimum five years experience as an executive chef
  • food safety and manager certification
  • advanced knowledge of fine dining culinary practices
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • ability to manage high-volume kitchen operations
  • ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • knowledge of OSHA and sanitation procedures
  • ability to train and develop staff
  • strong organizational and budget management skills
  • physical ability to perform kitchen tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds
  • willingness to stand, bend, walk, handle tools and communicate effectively
  • legal authorization to work

Job Qualifications

  • Degree in culinary arts
  • minimum five years experience as an executive chef
  • advanced knowledge of fine dining culinary principles and practices
  • experience in managing people and complex kitchen operations
  • strategic thinking and business acumen
  • polished leadership and communication skills
  • food safety and manager certification
  • expertise in food product quality, presentation, and menu design
  • ability to read and interpret safety and procedural documents
  • effective report writing and communication skills
  • ability to perform mathematical computations related to kitchen operations
  • problem-solving skills in practical kitchen scenarios

Job Duties

  • Ensure excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment and hands-on management
  • manage all back-of-house staff including training and development
  • achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other costs through planning and execution
  • oversee weekly and monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies
  • maintain sanitation procedures and work area adhering to OSHA regulations
  • develop menus, standardize recipes, and oversee food presentation
  • prepare operational reports and analyses, recommending improvements
  • identify new culinary techniques and presentations
  • maintain food quality and guest satisfaction
  • set and uphold standards for food presentation quality
  • ensure standard recipes are followed
  • source new products and supplies
  • continuously improve food production
  • resolve kitchen issues effectively
  • recruit and monitor staff performance
  • stay current on restaurant trends
  • motivate staff and maintain discipline by example
  • manage hiring, training, scheduling, payroll, performance evaluation, and termination
  • control inventory, purchasing, and receiving for FOH and BOH
  • enforce strict health and hygiene standards
  • cooperate with front-of-house staff on service issues
  • expedite orders during service
  • build apprenticeship and staff development programs
  • educate staff through daily line-ups, menu meetings, and training programs
  • ensure timely meal production within twenty minutes
  • maintain overall food and labor costs within budget
  • supervise daily kitchen cleaning
  • supervise and coordinate all kitchen employees
  • instill company culture and build morale
  • carry out supervisory responsibilities consistent with policies and laws
  • handle employee relations including complaints and performance management

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Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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