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Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF II - Windsor, CO

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $72,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Morrison Living, a distinguished member of Compass Group USA, is renowned for its dedication to hospitality and culinary excellence. With over a century of experience, Morrison Living has cultivated a community through exceptional dining experiences, embedding a culture of care and passion in every meal served. The company prides itself on delivering outstanding service that aims to be the highlight of someone's day. By focusing on training, developing, and recognizing its people as its greatest asset, Morrison Living has established itself as an industry leader and a preferred employer for hospitality professionals. At Morrison Living, every action is inspired by... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience
  • minimum five years progressive experience in culinary or kitchen management
  • proven ability to manage high volume kitchen operations
  • hands-on chef experience
  • strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • experience with menu development and cost control
  • computer proficiency including Microsoft Office
  • effective leadership and team management skills
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to participate in client satisfaction programs
  • ServSafe certification preferred

Job Qualifications

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • minimum 5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience depending upon formal degree or training
  • extensive catering experience a plus
  • high volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
  • institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • hands-on chef experience a must
  • comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • must be experienced with computers including Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Email and Internet
  • must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs
  • ServSafe certified highly desirable

Job Duties

  • Lead daily culinary production in preparation and production of meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, cost controls and overall profitability
  • determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays
  • provide direction on menu development based on product availability
  • create distinctive specials that incorporate seasonal or special ingredients
  • seek out sources for fresh food and monitor all produce and meat for freshness
  • maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food
  • research customer preferences and develop a menu which incorporates local foods and flavors
  • prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
  • demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
  • supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
  • ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation standards
  • provide guidance and direction to subordinates including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
  • communicate the importance of safety procedures by detailing procedure codes and ensuring employee understanding
  • monitor the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
  • follow and enforce food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • maintain purchasing, receiving and food storage standards
  • participate in the development and implementation of business strategies aligned with the client’s overall mission and values
  • manage department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment
  • develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving
  • analyze financial and operational information on an ongoing basis to adjust business plans, labor requirements, and operating costs
  • develop, implement and manage the department's budget
  • identify major revenue and expense opportunities and possible problems
  • control food cost, labor and other expenses
  • oversee the food inventory, purchasing, control, and disbursement of all food supplies
  • schedule staff based upon forecasted volumes
  • create 100 percent resident satisfaction by providing team members with the training and resources they need to maximize engagement and deliver best in class service
  • maintain professional attitude and appearance while engaging with residents and community staff
  • improve service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs
  • provide guidance, feedback and individual coaching when needed
  • provide and support service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention
  • empower employees to provide excellent customer service
  • establish guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters
  • ensure employees receive ongoing training
  • ensure that employees provide genuine hospitality and teamwork
  • use teamwork to support guests and employees
  • seek opportunities to improve the customer experience by seeking resident feedback and developing improvement strategies
  • review resident satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement
  • respond to and handle guest problems and complaints
  • regularly lead team member meetings
  • establish goals including performance goals, budget goals, and team goals
  • solicit employee feedback, utilize an open door policy, and review employee satisfaction results to address problems or concerns
  • develop and implement strategies and practices which support team member engagement
  • ensure employees are treated fairly and equitably
  • provide team members with training and necessary tools
  • communicate performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback
  • provide coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and maximize potential

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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