Executive Chef & Kitchen Operations Manager

Guest Services, Inc.; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services, Inc. seeks a Chef-Manager to oversee the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food in the venue, directing day-to-day operations to meet client objectives and customer needs.

The role involves planning menus, forecasting portions, cost analysis, staff recruitment and supervision, and maintaining budget and P&L while ensuring food safety and high quality standards. The Chef-Manager will manage safety, equipment, inventory, and coordination with client services to

Qualifications

• Plan and develop menus, forecast portion specifications to unit; analyze and cost food items; ensure budget compliance.
• Recruit, supervise, train, schedule, discipline, and direct staff.
• Control expenses; determine food and supply needs; maintain inventory control.
• Maintain accounting records, daily reporting, cash control; manage P&L.
• Maintain safe facility environment; ensure food production and handling standards.
• Plan, schedule, supervise culinary work to ensure proper production and service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production, preparation and presentation of all food.
• Direct and supervise day-to-day unit operations to meet client objectives.
• Ensure food safety standards and sanitation throughout the kitchen.
• Monitor inventory, costs, and budget to achieve financial goals.
• Lead staff development, scheduling, and performance management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Culinary or Associate’s degree

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Guest Services, Inc. seeks a Chef-Manager to oversee the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food in the venue, directing day-to-day operations to meet client objectives and customer needs.

The role involves planning menus, forecasting portions, cost analysis, staff recruitment and supervision, and maintaining budget and P&L while ensuring food safety and high quality standards. The Chef-Manager will manage safety, equipment, inventory, and coordination with client services to