Executive Chef

Denver, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $134,000.00 - $144,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Paid holidays

Job Description

Populus, managed by Aparium Hotel Group, is a distinguished hospitality brand that redefines the hotel experience by embracing the essence of People, Place, and Character. Aparium Hotel Group, established in 2011, was created to bring sophisticated service and accommodations to unique yet underserved cities, celebrating the individuality and character of each locale. This philosophy transcends traditional hospitality models by blending the professionalism and scale of large companies with the intimate charm of boutique hotels. The result is a collection of properties that pay homage to their communities and foster a great sense of pride among associates and guests alike. Aparium's... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum of five years as an Executive Chef
Experience in hotels with event spaces that make up at least 50% revenue preferred
Restaurant or hotel experience preferred
Multiple outlet experience preferred
Fine dining experience preferred
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets and proposals
Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address all employee levels of the hotel
Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication
Ability to calculate basic math principles to meet proper menu ingredients and perform inventory
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time to meet high volume business
Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25lbs to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100lbs to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods to cook required menu items
Ability to withstand warm to hot environments for prolonged periods while utilizing ovens, stoves, or fryers

Job Qualifications

Minimum of five years as an Executive Chef
Experience in hotels with event spaces that make up at least 50% revenue preferred
Restaurant or hotel experience preferred
Multiple outlet experience preferred
Fine dining experience preferred
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets and proposals
Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address all employee levels of the hotel
Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication
Ability to calculate basic math principles to meet proper menu ingredients and perform inventory

Job Duties

Uphold and role model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character, while encouraging your direct reports to embody our values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
Be a key partner with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager and Membership Operations Manager, engaging in constant communication
Collaborate with and counsel your team of Sous Chefs, Cooks, and Stewards to uphold the integrity of the food, guest experience, cleanliness, and maintenance of the culinary spaces
Demonstrate your passion and aptitude for all aspects of a guest’s amazing culinary experience, including balancing flavor combinations, considerations for temperature and texture, guest satisfaction, and menu flow
Fluent in operational metrics (KPIs and P&Ls), demonstrating critical thinking skills by connecting those with operational observations, making adjustments as needed
Coach and mentor your team on development of their skill set, technique, and menu execution, fostering an environment of continuous growth
Foster open lines of communication within the department by facilitating daily line ups, weekly culinary leadership meetings, and quarterly culinary all staff meetings to create a transparent dialogue amongst the team to voice ideas and concerns, while addressing the department’s key priorities

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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