Executive Chef

JOB DESCRIPTION : Ideal candidate is highly motivated and effective at working in a fast-paced team environment. energetic person who would love to support the culinary department in the kitchen. We are looking to bring on someone who shares our passion for food, wine, and superior service. The Executive Chef will provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Ideal candidates are highly motivated and effective at working in a fast-paced team environment, shares our passion for hospitality and creating exceptional and memorable experiences.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

· Manage the day-to-day operations and assignments of the kitchen staff; communicate goals, and assign/prioritize work. Communicate and enforce policies and procedures with all staff

· Recommend and initiate salary, disciplinary, or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues

• Ensure all staff is properly trained and has the tools necessary to perform their job duties
• Promote safety awareness and practice safe work habits
• Ensure that all menu items are prepared and presented according to established recipes and standards
• Develop menus, concepts and menu design for all food and/or bar outlets, guest room amenities and catering events
• Monitor competitors and keep up to date on industry trends
• Maintain updated and accurate costing and documentation of all items prepared and sold in the food and beverage operations
• Manage labor cost
• Establish procedures and timeframes for conducting departmental inventory. Determine minimum and maximum stocks for all food, material and kitchen equipment
• Maintain procedures to ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, kitchen inventory and equipment, replenish supplies, inventory, uniforms, etc. in a timely manner, and to minimize waste and pilferage
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, including but not limited to sinks, stoves, grills, hoods, coolers, freezers, etc. are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis. Ensure that all kitchen areas and related storerooms are cleaned, mopped and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume and in accordance with sanitation and health department requirements
• Notify Engineering Department immediately of any maintenance and repair needs and follow up to ensure completion.
• Promote teamwork through daily communication and coordination within the kitchen and stewarding departments and when dealing with fellow co-workers, managers and other departments within the hotel
• Ensure department is in compliant with all local and state laws requiring proper food sanitation, licenses and certifications
• May serve as Manager on Duty or perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a degree or certificate in culinary arts and 4-6 years as a chef, with at least one year in a supervisory capacity or equivalent combination of education and culinary/kitchen operations experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel the brand and the Company
• Strong mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages and variances
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agencies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand in one area while preparing, handling and cutting food for extensive period of time
• Ability to carry or lift items weighing approximately 50 pounds, bend stoop and kneel
• Ability to utilize often problem solving, reasoning, organizational and training skills

Pay Range:$105-$115K plus quarterly incentive

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

Pacifica is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.