Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $66,400.00 - $91,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
uniform provided
Job Description
Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City, Autograph Collection, is a distinguished boutique hotel that combines historical charm with modern luxury in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Housed in a meticulously restored 1920s building, the hotel features 54 stylish guest rooms designed to offer comfort and sophistication to every guest. The Ambassador Hotel is known for its vibrant cultural atmosphere and exceptional guest service, which creates memorable experiences through personalized and attentive care. The hotel boasts key amenities including the elevated rooftop bar, O Bar, which offers panoramic views of the city skyline, and The Chalkboard, an upscale American bistro known for... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods
- Ability to perform reaching, stooping, and crouching motions repeatedly
- Dexterity in hands and fingers to manipulate tools and utensils effectively
- Visual acuity including closeness and depth perception for quality and safety
- Sense of smell and taste to ensure food quality
- Closed toe, non-canvas, and non-skid shoes as required personal protective equipment
Job Qualifications
- Proven record of culinary accomplishments through personal recognitions
- Basic reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills
- Minimum five years of high-volume cooking experience with extensive knowledge in fine dining
- Minimum three years experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel or fine dining restaurant
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to lead, train, and motivate culinary staff
- Even-tempered with a reputation for consistency and fairness
- Organized and able to meet deadlines
- Good judgment of people and situations
- Ability to manage heavy volume events and many details
- Neat, well-groomed, and highly professional
- Exceptional guest and customer service skills
Job Duties
- Review and approve recipe files and discuss improvements with culinary staff
- Use high quality food items creatively prepared, presented, and flavorful in a cost effective manner
- Review and approve food orders from the central commissary for special order items
- Frequently review finished products for quality before leaving the kitchen
- Ensure all foods, beverages, and garnishes meet culinary standards
- Oversee kitchen appearance, cleanliness, safety, and equipment maintenance
- Manage menu creation, production, and ordering for special events
- Price menu, catering, and seasonal items while adhering to food and cost control guidelines
- Develop and approve seasonal specials and pastry items
- Conduct product taste panels as required
- Participate in culinary events and competitions
- Control food costs and waste, discussing reports with key staff
- Monitor kitchen payroll in conjunction with business forecasts and budget
- Interview, hire, train, motivate, and counsel kitchen staff
- Prepare and review weekly schedules to meet forecasts and budgets
- Delegate responsibilities to develop supervisors and subordinates
- Maintain professionalism, grooming standards, and uniform compliance
- Collaborate with management team to support overall hotel goals
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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