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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,100.00 - $96,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Lefty’s Alley & Eats is a vibrant and innovative entertainment and dining destination located in Delaware, known for bringing people together through a unique combination of interactive entertainment and unexpectedly high-quality food and beverages. The establishment is set to open a new expansive location at the Grove in Newark, DE in June 2026, occupying a grand 55,000 square foot venue. This dynamic company prides itself on creating memorable experiences for guests by combining the best of culinary arts with fun-filled entertainment, offering a fresh and engaging environment for visitors of all ages.\n\nThe Executive Chef position at Lefty’s Alley & Eats... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior culinary leadership role
- proven track record in managing large kitchen operations
- culinary degree or equivalent professional certification
- in-depth understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations
- strong staff management and training abilities
- proficiency in budgeting, purchasing, and cost control
- excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- availability to start by April 13, 2026
- commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and service
Job Qualifications
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage operations
- strong sense of hospitality
- effective leadership skills
- excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration abilities
- experience coordinating special events from both back-of-house and front-of-house perspectives
- ability to plan and execute special event culinary stations
- skills in developing new culinary concepts and menu innovation
- capable of assisting with event layouts and flow
Job Duties
- Ensure all food is consistently prepared and presented in accordance with established recipes, portioning, cooking, and plating standards
- maintain compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, energy management, and preventive maintenance standards
- implement and enforce standard operating procedures related to food quality, cost control, and revenue management
- oversee all aspects of kitchen staff management, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, performance evaluation, discipline, and termination as needed
- conduct onboarding and orientation for new kitchen team members, ensuring understanding of company policies and departmental procedures
- develop seasonal and calendar-driven menus that provide a fresh and engaging culinary experience throughout the year
- ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to labor, food safety, sanitation, and alcoholic beverages
- develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for the food and beverage departments
- manage purchasing, receiving, and storage of all food and supplies to ensure proper quality, quantity, and cost control
- evaluate and introduce new culinary techniques and presentations to enhance guest satisfaction while managing food costs
- collaborate daily with the General Manager to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction at optimal cost
- address guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, recommending or implementing corrective actions as needed
- maintain the cleanliness, organization, and overall condition of all kitchen equipment and food and beverage facilities
- enforce employee appearance and dress code standards
- review and approve product invoices and submit them to accounting in a timely manner
- oversee physical inventory counts and provide accurate reporting to the accounting department
- partner with other managers to ensure proper reconciliation of point-of-sale systems and revenues
- audit and approve weekly payroll
- collaborate with management to plan and execute special menus, promotions, and food and beverage offerings
- work closely with group sales and event managers to ensure exceptional execution and client satisfaction for events and parties
- oversee daily opening and closing procedures for the restaurant
- ensure consistent station set-up and readiness for each service
- partner with management to promote upselling of new menu items and specials
- manage staff scheduling and timekeeping
- report on maintenance and equipment needs to the General Manager
- support operations during high-volume or emergency situations as needed
- maintain organization, cleanliness, and compliance across all food and beverage storage areas
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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