Executive Chef

Westminster, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Performance incentives

Referral program

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a reputable restaurant known for its commitment to culinary excellence and outstanding food service. As a dynamic and fast-paced dining venue, the restaurant values high operational standards and strives to create an exceptional experience for both guests and team members. This establishment prides itself on a collaborative work culture, fostering growth opportunities for its workforce and emphasizing quality in every aspect of its operations. Recognized for its dedication to maintaining a clean, safe environment and delivering superb menu offerings, the restaurant consistently seeks to elevate its service and culinary execution through strong leadership and team development.

The role of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is a pivotal position within this restaurant, responsible for overseeing the kitchen's daily culinary operations and managing the entire kitchen team. This includes the hiring, training, and continuous development of the culinary staff, ensuring that all team members are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to uphold the restaurant's high standards. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager works closely with the Operating Partner or General Manager, reporting directly to them to align kitchen operations with the overall business goals.

The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager’s responsibilities are comprehensive and crucial to the smooth functioning of the kitchen. This role requires someone adept at managing inventory, controlling food costs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The individual must be hands-on, capable of preparing food, executing recipes, and ensuring timely production of all food orders. Moreover, this position demands strong leadership skills to delegate tasks effectively, conduct staff performance appraisals, and uphold standards related to dress codes and food quality.

In addition to operational oversight, the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in employee development by conducting interviews, facilitating ongoing training sessions, and promoting a culture of professional growth within the kitchen team. The role also involves maintaining kitchen equipment, managing opening and closing checklists, and ensuring that all kitchen stations are proficiently operated. The ideal candidate must be comfortable working in a high-volume environment where temperature and workload vary, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and is designed for culinary professionals who bring at least three years of culinary management experience and have a passion for fine dining and operational excellence. The restaurant provides a supportive community that values employee well-being, promotes from within through formal management training, and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Additional perks include performance incentives, employee referral bonuses, exclusive discounts, holidays on major occasions like Thanksgiving and Christmas, and financial support programs for team members.

Job Requirements

3+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
must possess a valid driver’s license
experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
experience in managing a team, while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
experience in facilitating and effectively executing training
strong communication and organizational skills
must be able to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shift
must be able to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 30 lbs repeatedly during a shift
at times it might be necessary to lift up to 50 lbs
must be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Job Qualifications

3+ years of culinary management experience
experience managing and writing prep lists
strong communication and organizational skills
experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
experience in managing a team while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
experience in facilitating and effectively executing training

Job Duties

Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen
delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
conducts interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
selection, orientation and continual development of all sous chefs and kitchen staff
prepares work schedule for sous chef and kitchen staff
ongoing preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
responsible for managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
responsible for health inspections
supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
ensures proper timing and production for food orders
ongoing performance appraisals for sous chefs and kitchen staff
holds kitchen staff accountable for dress code standards
responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
oversees or completes all prep lists and ordering guides
completes opening and closing checklists
responsible for maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment and facility
responsible for knowing how to work all kitchen stations proficiently
accountable for providing a clean and safe environment for both team members and guests