Position Title: SR EXECUTIVE CHEF
Reports To: Regional Executive Chef
Salary: $115,000-$135,000
Other Forms of Compensation: 20% Bonus Eligibility + Comprehensive Benefits Package
To support our growth we're looking for an Executive Chef. This is an amazing role responsible for the culinary quality, innovation and experience of our operation & the exciting things we have to offer. You'll have an amazing team who you will motivate, train, develop and direct to deliver delicious & nutritious food. You'll lead by example and drive your team to deliver exceptional service & new projects.
This role is based in New York, NY
The great things you'll do:
- Design, manage and own the overall experience & not just the amazing things we offer
- You'll set an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and that truly engages our guests
- You will upskill, train and develop your team to the highest standards
- Follow all menu and production/preparation expectations and prepare well balanced meals to fuel users through the day
- You'll make sure that all of our products and ingredients are purchased in line with our program's purchasing standards & sustainability commitments
- Be creative and mindful when preparing our event & catering menus
- You'll create a culture of Food and Workplace Safety & ensure that all café operations meet fantastic standards
- You will contribute to the successful opening of all new Cafés and make sure that we meet the expected time frames
What we look for in the perfect candidate:
- You'll have a minimum of 5 years food service management in a professional kitchen or similar professional experience
- ServSafe and NYC Department of Health Certification is required
- You'll have a strong passion for all things food & hospitality.
- Multiple unit management & high volume experience is preferred.
- Experience managing large and diverse teams.
- Proficient with technology and written communication
- Working knowledge of current food trends and industry innovations
- Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
- Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards
- Demonstrate good judgment and decision making skills
- Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Basic knowledge of a variety of global cuisine
- Work in conjunction with FOH partners to deliver exceptional guest experiences
- Creativity and innovation are a must.
- Project management skills with previous new business development is preferred
- Ability to create and execute new systems, processes and procedures
- Financial acumen and proven track record of successful operations in previous roles
- General oversight in purchasing as well as maintaining standards of procurement by working closely with our vendors
- Ability to develop and mentor a large team with proven track record of success
- Excellent communication skills are a must
- ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred