Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Referral program
Vision Insurance
Job Description
The employer seeking to hire an Assistant Executive Chef is a distinguished hospitality establishment known for its commitment to culinary excellence and exceptional guest experiences. This company operates within the hotel industry, focusing on delivering innovative and creative cuisine of the highest quality. Renowned for maintaining rigorous standards in food preparation and service, the hotel prides itself on a professional kitchen environment that values consistency, quality, and guest satisfaction. Employing a talented culinary team, the hotel offers a dynamic and fast-paced workplace where culinary arts meet impeccable customer service.
This full-time Assistant Executive Chef position offers a competitive salary starting from $65,000 per year, underscoring the value placed on experienced culinary leadership. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef and stepping in during their absence to ensure seamless kitchen operations. This role requires a passionate culinary professional dedicated to managing kitchen and culinary personnel, coordinating food purchases, developing menus, and maintaining cost controls. The Assistant Executive Chef will oversee the consistent preparation of innovative dishes, aligning with the hotel's high standards for taste, appearance, and quality. This leadership position demands excellent organizational skills, a deep understanding of kitchen operations, and the ability to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Key duties include supervising kitchen staff, training cooks, managing hourly employees through hiring, scheduling, payroll, and coaching, and monitoring food production costs. The role also involves enforcing safety and hygiene standards, troubleshooting kitchen challenges, and liaising with various hotel departments to coordinate culinary functions. The Assistant Executive Chef will also be responsible for preparing production reports and ensuring compliance with company policies. This role is ideal for a self-starter with a strong desire to exceed guest expectations, demonstrate leadership, and contribute creative culinary solutions to enhance the guest dining experience. The supportive leadership environment encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and the implementation of innovative culinary techniques.
This full-time Assistant Executive Chef position offers a competitive salary starting from $65,000 per year, underscoring the value placed on experienced culinary leadership. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef and stepping in during their absence to ensure seamless kitchen operations. This role requires a passionate culinary professional dedicated to managing kitchen and culinary personnel, coordinating food purchases, developing menus, and maintaining cost controls. The Assistant Executive Chef will oversee the consistent preparation of innovative dishes, aligning with the hotel's high standards for taste, appearance, and quality. This leadership position demands excellent organizational skills, a deep understanding of kitchen operations, and the ability to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Key duties include supervising kitchen staff, training cooks, managing hourly employees through hiring, scheduling, payroll, and coaching, and monitoring food production costs. The role also involves enforcing safety and hygiene standards, troubleshooting kitchen challenges, and liaising with various hotel departments to coordinate culinary functions. The Assistant Executive Chef will also be responsible for preparing production reports and ensuring compliance with company policies. This role is ideal for a self-starter with a strong desire to exceed guest expectations, demonstrate leadership, and contribute creative culinary solutions to enhance the guest dining experience. The supportive leadership environment encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and the implementation of innovative culinary techniques.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc.
- Must be able to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar
- Must be able to speak with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct grammar
- Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods
- Ability to perform reaching, stooping, and/or crouching motions repeatedly
- Dexterity in hands and fingers to manipulate tools and utensils
- Visual abilities for quality food preparation and safety
- Must have sense of smell and taste for food quality
- Closed toe, non-canvas and non-skid soled shoes
- Full-time availability
Job Qualifications
- Proficient in the English language
- Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on the job training and hotel culinary experience
- At least 3 years high-volume cooking experience
- In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
- Proficient in general computer knowledge
- Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-starter who brings solutions and new ideas
Job Duties
- Position will be responsible for the kitchen in Executive Chef's absence
- Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
- Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
- Supervise departmental performance and provide counsel on the preparation and cooking of various food items
- Teach cooks preparation according to well defined recipes and improve cuisine quality
- Manage hourly kitchen employees through hiring, scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, and evaluating
- Train and update kitchen employees on all applicable policies and procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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