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Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive pay
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uniforms
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance

Job Description

Meriwether Godsey is a distinguished hospitality company renowned for delivering exceptional dining and catering services to elite private institutions and corporate clients within the Metro DC area. As a leader in the food service industry, Meriwether Godsey emphasizes a commitment to quality, creativity, and sustainability in all aspects of its culinary ventures. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive work culture that promotes professional growth and excellence among its employees. With a strong focus on innovative dining experiences, Meriwether Godsey continues to set the standard in hospitality and catering, making it a sought-after employer for culinary professionals... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate’s degree or five or more years of related food service experience
  • 5+ years experience in contract food service operation, high-end catering management, and high-volume dining, and multi-unit experience
  • application and promotion of current food trends
  • proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices
  • participative management style and excellent leadership skills
  • demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment
  • strong communication and presentation skills
  • account and project management skills
  • knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation and overall workplace safety standards
  • ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships
  • ServSafe food protection manager certification preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or five or more years of related food service experience
  • 5+ years experience in contract food service operation, high-end catering management, and high-volume dining, and multi-unit experience
  • application and promotion of current food trends
  • proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices
  • participative management style and excellent leadership skills
  • demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment
  • strong communication and presentation skills
  • account and project management skills
  • knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation and overall workplace safety standards
  • ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships
  • ServSafe food protection manager certification preferred

Job Duties

  • Communicate daily with production staff on all food production activities
  • purchase organically and locally produced foods, whenever possible, and work alongside production staff to incorporate these products into recipes and menu offerings on a daily basis
  • oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
  • ensure proper food temperatures are reached, maintained, and recorded
  • ensure daily records of food usage, organization of storage/cooler areas, and other compliance regulations are kept
  • lead by example
  • engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback
  • establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while researching price variations
  • implement and maintain HACCP standards
  • maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships
  • deliver high-end catering
  • assist in back of house phases of financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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