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Job Title: Executive Chef
Location: Denver, Colorado (On-site, Full-time)

Company: Lotus Concepts Management

Salary: $70,000-$90,000 per year
Benefits: PTO, 401K Plan, Health Benefits (Optional), Daily Free Meal, Great Work Environment

About Us:

Lotus Concepts Management is a dynamic hospitality company operating some of Colorado’s most exciting venues, including Viewhouse, My Neighbor Felix, Wonderyard, and Belles amp; Boots. We're thrilled to introduce Noble, a modern steakhouse concept opening soon in Denver, CO.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at Noble, our newest concept, this individual must have deep knowledge of steakhouse cuisine. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in shaping the menu, building a high-performing back-of-house team, and ensuring the kitchen operates at the highest level of excellence and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Development amp; Execution: Design and execute innovative seasonal menus while maintaining consistent quality and cost control. Develop daily specials and ensure the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.

• Culinary Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. Foster a positive team environment through training, coaching, and development.

• Cost amp; Inventory Management: Maintain food and labor costs within budgetary guidelines. Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships, ensuring all stock levels meet operational needs while minimizing waste.

• Kitchen Operations: Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, sanitation standards, and food quality guidelines. Ensure all equipment is maintained in excellent working condition.

• Collaboration with FOH Management: Work closely with the front-of-house team to align culinary offerings with guest preferences and feedback. Collaborate on event menus, catering needs, and special promotions.

• Innovation amp; Trend Awareness: Stay current with food trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to bring fresh ideas to the menu. Encourage creative freedom while maintaining the restaurant’s brand and culinary vision.

• Hiring amp; Staff Development: Recruit and onboard new kitchen team members. Implement training programs to ensure ongoing development and maintain a high standard of culinary excellence.

• Health amp; Safety Compliance: Ensure the kitchen adheres to all food safety protocols, sanitation guidelines, and OSHA regulations. Lead by example in creating a safe and respectful work environment.

• Guest Satisfaction: Uphold high standards of food presentation, taste, and consistency to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Respond to guest feedback and adjust menus or operations as necessary to improve satisfaction.
  

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience, with at least 3 years in an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume, high-quality restaurant.

• Education: Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen management, and menu development required.

• Proficiency in both Spanish and English is preferred

• Skills:

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.

  • Proficiency in kitchen equipment and food safety protocols.

  • Strong understanding of food cost analysis and budgeting.