Executive Chef

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate culinary leader to elevate the dining experience. This role involves managing culinary operations, ensuring compliance with health standards, and leading a talented kitchen team. You'll create innovative menus and recipes while meeting financial goals, all within a dynamic and supportive environment. The company values personal growth and offers a range of benefits, including comprehensive health insurance and leadership development opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are committed to excellence in food service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO)

Complimentary Wellness Tools

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

401(k) with Company Match

Healthcare Concierge

Leadership Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts on Hotel Rooms and Dining

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead the culinary team.
• Expertise in culinary financial management and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Meet financial forecasts and budget goals for culinary operations.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of all recipes and manage costs.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and food safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Culinary Financial Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Observational Skills

Strategic Workplace Planning

Stress Management

Job description

Summary:

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Meet financial forecasts and budget goals for all culinary operations.
• Oversee ordering, preparing, marketing, and execution of all recipes, and manage all costs associated with the profitability of the Food and Beverage Department.
• Ensure compliance with all current local health department regulations, Corporate HACCP and Food Safety SOPs, and Federal Guidelines.
• Create all menus, recipes, and menu implementation execution lists and timelines.
• Build kitchen brigades and station assignments following White Lodging SOPs and directives.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert regarding food handling, preparation, and presentation for the culinary team.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead the team.
• Expertise in culinary financial management.
• Strong problem-solving and solution ideation skills.
• Excellent observational skills and walk-through techniques to gauge levels of food service, inventory, cleanliness, and more.
• Strategic workplace planning abilities.
• Effective stress management skills and the ability to influence stress levels throughout kitchens.

Other Information

What You Can Look Forward To

• Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
• Leadership development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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