Hotel Nell

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays

Job Description

Hotel Nell is a distinguished full-service boutique hotel located in the vibrant heart of Washington, DC. Renowned for its exquisite blend of style, comfort, and exceptional service, Hotel Nell offers a refined experience tailored to both business and leisure travelers. Nestled at 411 New York Ave NE, this property is committed to providing guests with an environment where modern luxury meets unparalleled hospitality. As a respected player in the hospitality sector, Hotel Nell prides itself on fostering an inclusive atmosphere that encourages creativity and innovation while maintaining a deep connection to the local community. The hotel features multiple food outlets... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent culinary training
  • Minimum three years experience as executive chef or similar role
  • Proven management experience in full-service hospitality property
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
  • Ability to meet physical demands of the job
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws
  • Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards
  • Creative and strategic thinking skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Three years experience as an executive chef, exec sous chef or CDC, preferably with a full-service property
  • Management experience required
  • Graduate of an accredited culinary school program preferred
  • Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications is required
  • Verifiable record improving measurable metrics relation to the food department and guest satisfaction

Job Duties

  • Responsible for enhancing the food product that is presented to guests
  • Make changes that respond to the marketplace and to guests needs, both present and anticipated
  • Recommend changes to the food product
  • Use market research to develop new products
  • Responsible for maintaining quality of food product and ensuring consistency in food delivery and standards
  • Work in support of team goals and measures effectiveness through the Food & Beverage profit and service performance of the hotel
  • Responsible for the selection, training, and development of the personnel within the department
  • Able to exercise hire and fire discretion within the hotel's policies
  • Oversee divisional matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws
  • Control the elements that determine profit and loss
  • Responsible for all major operating expenses
  • Set margins and manage the business against projections
  • Participate, support and make recommendations for ongoing hotel programs with continuous improvement in networking
  • Professionally represent the hotel in community and industry organizations and events
  • Participate as a team player with all departments
  • Provide constructive feedback to all departments
  • Be a leader and a role model to all employees

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Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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