Executive Chef-Edgehill

Barcelona Wine Bar; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking a passionate Executive Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role involves crafting seasonal menus, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep love for food and wine, along with a commitment to exceptional guest experiences. Join a dynamic environment where culinary creativity is celebrated, and your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to delivering the best dining experience. If you thrive under pressure and have a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of culinary experience with a focus on high-volume kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential for managing kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Modify menus to meet quality standards and manage kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Problem Solving

Delegation

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Cooking Trends

Education

8 Years of Culinary Experience

High Volume Restaurant Experience

Tools

Various Computer Software Programs

Job description

The Executive Chef must be able to cook different and delicious food items, while leading the kitchen staff team and managing the inventory of food and supplies for the week. The Executive Chef will be responsible for creating the restaurant's menu and adjusting it depending on the seasonality or availability of food.

Responsibilities :

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards
• Estimate food requirements and food / labor costs
• Supervise kitchen staff's activities
• Oversee portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Recruit and manage kitchen staff
• Rectify arising problems or complaints
• Give prepared plates the "final touch"
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests
• Commit to passionately, intensely, uncompromisingly humble hospitality and high-quality guest experience
• Handle volume and stress with aplomb and finesse
• Hold the standard of high-quality food above all else
• Understand that simple, rustic, authentic food takes as much - if not more - talent as dainty colors pooled in the middle of a big with plate

Skills :

• Share the passion for food, wine and the guest experience
• Maintain a close relationship with the people that grow, forage, fish and fabricate our ingredients, making sure their standards are as high as ours
• Excellent record of kitchen management
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Communication and leadership skills
• Keep up with cooking trends and best practices
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs

Working Conditions

• Be able to withstand the pressure and strain of working in close quarters
• Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies weighing 45 pounds, and repetitive hand and wrist motion.

Education / Experience :

• 8-years of experience
• High volume restaurant experience is a plus