Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $66,400.00 - $91,500.00
Benefits
competitive salary
opportunities for professional growth
dynamic work environment
employee dining privileges
health insurance options
Paid Time Off
Participation in culinary events and competitions
Job Description
Vast is an exceptional fine dining restaurant located on the 49th floor of the Devon Tower in downtown Oklahoma City. Known for its sweeping skyline views and refined seasonal menu, Vast offers an elevated guest experience that combines culinary artistry with impeccable hospitality. The establishment prides itself on creating unforgettable dining moments, making it a premier destination for culinary excellence and sophisticated ambiance. The team at Vast is composed of passionate and talented professionals dedicated to maintaining high standards in both food quality and service delivery. This restaurant is not only about serving meals but about crafting extraordinary experiences for... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to work from standing position for extended periods
- Ability to perform reaching, stooping, and crouching motions repeatedly
- Dexterity to manipulate kitchen tools and utensils
- Good visual abilities for quality control and safety
- Sense of smell and taste for quality food preparation
- Wears closed toe, non-canvas, non-skid shoes
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in similar culinary leadership roles
- Ability to manage kitchen operations and staff effectively
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Job Qualifications
- Proven record of culinary accomplishments
- Basic reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills
- At least five years of high-volume cooking experience in fine dining
- Minimum three years as an Executive Chef in a hotel or fine dining restaurant
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Leadership, training, and motivational abilities
- Even-tempered with consistency and fairness
- Organized and deadline-oriented
- Good judgment of people and situations
- Ability to handle high volume of events
- Neat, well-groomed, and highly professional
- Exceptional guest and customer service skills
Job Duties
- Review and approve recipe files and follow up with culinary staff to improve cuisine
- Use high-quality food items creatively and cost-effectively
- Review and approve food orders for special items
- Frequently review finished products for quality before leaving the kitchen
- Oversee kitchen appearance, cleanliness, and safety
- Maintain kitchen equipment according to health and company standards
- Troubleshoot unexpected kitchen situations
- Ensure proper disposal of kitchen waste
- Oversee menu creation, production, and ordering for special events
- Price menu, catering, and seasonal items while adhering to cost control guidelines
- Develop and approve seasonal specials and pastry items
- Conduct product taste panels with Food and Beverage management
- Participate in culinary events and competitions
- Control food costs and discuss daily reports with key staff
- Ensure invoices are coded and prices updated weekly
- Manage kitchen payroll and staffing schedules
- Interview, hire, train, and motivate culinary staff
- Provide leadership by fostering a positive work environment and counseling employees
- Delegate responsibilities to develop team members
- Cooperate with management team and complete assigned projects
- Maintain grooming standards and wear provided uniform
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