Executive Chef

Ancho & Agave; Omaha (NE); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Dining allowances

Off-duty dining

Descripción de la vacante

Ancho & Agave in Omaha, NE is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen and deliver exceptional dining experiences. This is a working Chef position requiring 3+ years in a high-volume, full-service restaurant with strong leadership and culinary skills.

Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring kitchen staff, supervising food prep, enforcing safety standards, managing schedules, controlling costs, and maintaining vendor relationships.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Advanced culinary skills with strong food preparation and plating practices.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to lead a diverse team and motivate employees for positive results.

Responsabilidades

• Create exceptional culinary experiences for guests and oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Interviewing and hiring kitchen staff; supervise and train staff; uphold food safety and sanitation standards.
• Schedule and direct kitchen facility and equipment maintenance; manage inventory and purchasing from approved vendors.
• Monitor staff performance and drive cost control while maintaining quality.

Conocimientos

Executive chef experience

Leadership

Culinary skills

Staff development

Communication

Time management

Vendor relationships

Decision making

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Educación

Food Safety Certification

Descripción del empleo

Ancho & Agave is seeking a motivated, creative, and reliable Executive Chef to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for the culinary arts and possess great leadership skills, we want YOU!Qualified candidates will be driven to succeed, possess excellent multitasking, interpersonal and communication skills with the desire to develop people and culture while having a strong culinary background and a passion for food and the guest experience. This is a working Chef position.Executive Chef responsibilities include but are not limited to creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests, overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant’s kitchen, interviewing & hiring kitchen staff, supervising all kitchen staff, training and upholding standards for food preparation and plating, training and enforcing food safety & sanitation, training & enforcing workplace safety, scheduling and directing kitchen facility & equipment maintenance, creating work schedules, controlling operational costs, monitoring inventory, purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors, and appraising staff performance.Executive Chef Skills & Qualifications:Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a fullservice, highvolume restaurant.Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.Advanced culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices.Strong knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards.Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written).Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience.Strong leadership and coaching skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results.Excellent time management, organizational, decision making, and problem-solving skills.Ability to create and maintain vendor relationships for effective partnerships.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver on time results.Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.Ability to work 45–55-hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.Must have reliable transportation to and from work.High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.Must be able to stand, sit, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.Must be 21 years or age or olderExecutive Chef Employment Benefits:Competitive Salary ($65,000-$80,000 annually, based on experience)Performance-based Bonus Program (up to $12,500 in first year)Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life InsurancePaid Vacation upon hire401(k) with company matchCareer advancement opportunitiesAllowance for off-duty diningRelocation assistanceAncho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.