Executive Chef - 677-Urgently Hiring

JO Restaurant Group; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Competitive health insurance

Paid vacation

Employee discount on food

Job summary

JO Restaurant Group in Albany, NY is seeking an Executive Chef to manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including financial performance, staff training, and menu development. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in Food Service Management or an A.A. in Culinary Arts, coupled with extensive experience in culinary management.

This role offers a salary range of $70,000 - $75,000, competitive health insurance, 401K plan with employer match, and paid vacation. If you are ready to lead a creative and innovative kitchen team, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of culinary management experience, preferably upscale restaurant experience.
• In-depth knowledge of front of house operations.
• Proficiency in ordering, menu costing, and labor forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Direct kitchen operations, including budgeting and inventory control.
• Develop innovatively designed menus with high-quality standards.
• Train, supervise, and coach kitchen staff according to company standards.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of food trends

Guest relations skills

Computer skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Food Service Technology/Management

A.A. Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Summary

The Executive Chef directs all aspects of the kitchen operations including guest service, accounting/budgeting, and inventory control. The Executive Chef directs all operations in alignment with the direction of the General Manager. He/she will be responsible for quality service, meeting/exceeding financial goals, short and long term planning, and day to day operations. He/she will most importantly be responsible for being the creative and educational force behind the creation, execution, and consistency of excellent food along with the constant development, retention and growth of the kitchen staff. The Executive chef will accomplish this through total product knowledge, maintaining established food and labor percentages, and structured management controls.

Job Duties

• Costing and ordering of all food and non-alcoholic beverages
• Menu development to include: appetizers, entrees, sides, desserts, and catering - innovative and cutting edge products
• Think clearly, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment
• Maintain safety standards at all times
• Train, supervise, and coach all kitchen staff according to company standards
• Schedule and coordinate kitchen staff, ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity and efficiency
• Ensure high standards of sanitation and cleanliness are maintained throughout the kitchen areas at all times
• Follow documented recipes and maintain the high quality of food production, presentation, and taste that has been established in our company
• Monitor and coach staff on maintaining consistency in food quality
• Applying constant educational and corrective measures when managing the culinary staff
• Constantly utilize controls to minimize food and supply waste and eliminate theft
• Be well versed, capable, and consistent with regards to human resources procedures and documentation processes of progressive discipline

Skills/Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Food Service Technology/Management or A.A. Degree in Culinary Arts
• Minimum four years of culinary management experience, preferably upscale restaurant experience
• Well developed leadership qualities
• Ability to work well under pressure
• In depth knowledge of the front of the house and its workings
• Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Proficiency in ordering, menu costing and labor forecasting
• Extensive knowledge in local and worldly cuisines
• Exceptional guest relations skills
• Computer skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to motivate employees to be proficient at their jobs

Benefits

• 401K with employer match
• Competitive health insurance benefits (medical, dental and vision) available to members averaging only 24 hours per week
• HSA option available
• Supplemental insurance policies through AFLAC available
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Employee discount on food

Salary Range - $70,000 - $75,000