Executive Chef

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Executive Chef to lead their culinary team in a vibrant hotel setting. This role offers the opportunity to create innovative menus, train and develop staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to quality and a fun work environment, this position promises growth and competitive benefits, including generous PTO and health coverage. Join a team that values creativity and teamwork, making a significant impact on guest satisfaction and operational success.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Match

18 Days PTO

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Team Member Development

Hotel Discounts

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or 5 years experience in food and beverage management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Train and motivate culinary staff while ensuring high food quality.
• Develop menus and maintain accurate food costing.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Culinary Degree

5 Years Experience in Culinary Field

Job description

Executive Chef

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a fun and creative environment? Then we want you on our team! The Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is looking for a talented and energetic person to join our team as our full time Executive Chef.

Our hotel team members are passionate about their work and also like to have fun. It’s an “all hands-on-deck” kind of environment to get our jobs done. Our Company was also voted “Best Place to Work”, and we offer a full line of great benefits including 18 days of PTO and 9 ½ paid holidays.

Our Executive Chef will complete a variety of tasks which include:

• Teaches preparation according to well defined recipes and follows up and discusses ways of constantly improving the cuisine.
• Train, develop, and motivate supervisors and culinary staff. Sets performance standards and monitors performance.
• Advocates sound financial/business decision making, demonstrates honesty, integrity and leads by example.
• Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Actively involved in menu development and maintaining updated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation.
• Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Ensures all equipment in the kitchen is properly maintained and in working order in accordance with local Health department and hotel standards.
• Follows and enforces all applicable safety proceduresand ensures proper grooming and hygiene standards for all kitchen staffs.
• Ensures all kitchen employees maintain required food handling and sanitation certifications.
• Interacts with guests and reviews comment cards for guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
• Maintain quality levels of receiving, storage, production and presentation of food.
• Discuss daily food cost reports with key kitchen and F&B team members.
• Interview and hire new applicants for kitchen.

Qualifications for this position:

• Culinary degree or related work experience OR 5 years of experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area with 3 years in a banquet management position.
• Experience with controlling expenses and managing food costs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and listen attentively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse.
• Positive attitude, outgoing and friendly personality.
• Strong leadership and a professional image.

Why Work With Us at the Embassy Suites?

• CompetitiveSalary $85,000 - $95,000
• Full Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long- Term Disability, Flex Spending, and more!
• 401K+ Match (up to 6%).
• 18 Days PTO & 9 1/2 Paid Holidays!
• Education Reimbursement towards position related coursework
• Team Member Development & Training.

Gorman & Company is a trusted partner in the community specializing in downtown revitalization, the preservation of affordable housing, workforce housing, and the adaptive reuse of significant historic buildings.

Gorman & Company is an Equal Employment Affirmative Action Employer

Take advantage of our Competitive Pay Wages, Full Benefits Package & 401k Match, 18 days of Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Hilton Hotel and Gorman & Company Hotel Discounts, and more!

Our Culture

We reward our Team Members for their individual contributions to our shared success, encourage open communication, and promote involvement in community service projects.

Benefits & Perks

Take advantage of our Competitive Pay Wages, Full Benefits Package & 401k Match, 18 days of Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Hilton Hotel and Gorman & Company Hotel Discounts, and more!

Our Culture

We reward our Team Members for their individual contributions to our shared success, encourage open communication, and promote involvement in community service projects.

About Embassy Suites Rockford

We anticipate travelers’ needs and deliver what matters most. All of our guests are welcomed with a two-room suite, free made-to-order breakfast each morning, and complimentary drinks and snacks for two hours every night.