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Executive Chef

Oakland, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $150,000.00 - $160,000.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
401K with company match
company sponsored life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision plans
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
voluntary life insurance
Accident plans
Hospital plans
Employee assistance program
Commuter Benefits
Employee Discounts
Free hot healthy meals

Job Description

GateGroup is a leading provider in airline catering and food services, known for delivering high-quality meals and exceptional customer service to airline clients worldwide. As part of a global enterprise, GateGroup specializes in creating memorable culinary experiences essential to enhancing the passenger journey. The company operates through specialized units dedicated to the preparation and delivery of pre-designed meals tailored to the specific needs and standards of multiple customer accounts, including major airlines. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, GateGroup fosters an inclusive workplace culture that values integrity, passion, and accountability, ensuring employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate degree or bachelor degree in culinary arts or related field or at least 4 years experience as an executive chef
  • minimum 10 years experience as a chef
  • minimum 4 years experience as an executive chef
  • 1-3 years supervisory experience in high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering environment
  • in-flight catering or high-volume food service experience
  • ability to cook meals according to detailed specifications
  • ability to work in fast paced, deadline-driven environment
  • strong leadership skills managing teams of sous chefs and cooks
  • ability to train others
  • excellent time management and organizational skills
  • strong analytical, communication and leadership skills
  • innovative with ability to improve operations
  • servsafe certification preferred
  • excellent written and oral communication skills
  • comfortable providing positive and negative feedback daily
  • basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred
  • ability to lift, push, pull and move products, equipment and supplies over 25 pounds
  • willingness to work rotating schedules over 55 hours per week
  • ability to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during 10+ hour shifts.

Job Qualifications

  • Associate degree or bachelor degree in culinary arts or related field or at least 4 years experience as an executive chef
  • minimum 10 years experience as a chef
  • minimum 4 years experience as an executive chef
  • 1-3 years supervisory experience in high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering environment
  • in-flight catering or high-volume food service experience
  • ability to cook meals according to detailed specifications
  • ability to work in fast paced, deadline-driven environment
  • strong leadership skills managing teams of sous chefs and cooks
  • ability to train others
  • excellent time management and organizational skills
  • strong analytical, communication and leadership skills
  • innovative with ability to improve operations
  • experience with menu design is a plus
  • basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred
  • servsafe certification preferred
  • excellent written and oral communication skills
  • multilingual skills are a plus
  • comfortable providing positive and negative feedback daily.

Job Duties

  • Achieves culinary operational objectives by contributing to strategic plans and reviews
  • prepares and completes action plans
  • implements production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards
  • serves as culinary resource to operations managers
  • identifies and resolves problems
  • completes audits
  • determines system improvements
  • implements change
  • Meets culinary financial objectives by estimating requirements
  • assists with menu design
  • anticipates and evaluates response to menu presentation
  • schedules expenditures
  • analyzes variances
  • initiates corrective actions
  • evaluates time-saving production techniques
  • trains others in specialty techniques
  • Adheres to recipes and portion specifications as required by the customer
  • reviews product specifications
  • evaluates ease of menu preparation
  • applies established procedures and budgetary constraints
  • Oversees food preparation by consulting with buyers, sous chefs, cooks, and team leaders
  • monitors portion size and productivity
  • provides culinary leadership
  • monitors presentations, garnishments, and sauces
  • Improves menu quality and consistency by analyzing food production records and menu expenses
  • promotes kitchen staff interest in quality improvement
  • studies, evaluates, and redesigns processes
  • implements changes
  • Prepares menu and food preparation reports by collecting and analyzing customer data and trends
  • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by enforcing standards and complying with regulations
  • Oversees food preparation, safety, and security
  • reviews and implements accident and disaster plans
  • Maintains food ingredients, preparation, and supplies by selecting and purchasing
  • evaluates quality of deliveries
  • manages inventory and cost controls
  • Maintains culinary equipment by instructing staff and troubleshooting breakdowns
  • performs preventive maintenance
  • calls for repairs
  • evaluates new equipment
  • Maintains professional knowledge by attending workshops and contributing to publications
  • Accomplishes culinary goals by exploring opportunities and accepting ownership
  • Ensures quality production standards and compliance with HACCP, FDA, and company policies
  • Trains and monitors employees to maximize productivity
  • Assists in cook development and training
  • Prepares required administrative reports
  • Manages labor costs and productivity according to financial requirements
  • Monitors manpower planning and employee turnover
  • Ensures meal cycles are communicated timely and accurately
  • Works with management to improve unit performance
  • Ensures menu presentations meet specifications
  • Ensures all kitchen staff have required skills
  • Ensures cooking and food safety compliance
  • Coaches and counsels employees
  • Completes required company training including ServSafe certification.

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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