Executive Chef - Lead Fine-Dining & Menu Innovation

Maple Hospitality Group; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Hospitality Group in Santa Barbara, CA is expanding its dining operations and seeks a strong leader to manage all sous chefs, maintain food and labor costs, and run the line with high standards.

You will work with the Director of Operations and Ownership, prepare financial reports, drive profitability, recruit and train staff, and develop menus and daily specials in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience.
• High end restaurant experience is a must.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and relay information to staff.
• Polished, professional and energetic management approach.
• Ability to work well in a systems-driven environment.
• Must be able to support, lead, and motivate staff.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards are met.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage all sous chefs.
• Maintain food and labor costs.
• Maintains a friendly, caring and professional demeanor in a fast paced environment.
• Run the line and ensure quality service.
• Daily food purchasing, inventory and prep production.
• Collaborate with Director of Operations and Ownership to influence F&B strategy.
• Prepare financial reports from annual budgets for monthly forecasting.
• Collaborate on all F&B Division purchases to stay within budget.
• Achieve budgeted revenues and maximize profitability.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring and training; provide career development.
• Provide leadership and feedback to staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Menu development and creation of daily specials.
• Maintain and stay up to date on procedures and regulations.

Skills

Management experience

Restaurant operations leadership

Written and verbal communication

Lead and motivate staff

Professional demeanor

Systems-driven approach

Policy and value alignment

Attention to detail and quality

Job description

Maple Hospitality Group in Santa Barbara, CA is expanding its dining operations and seeks a strong leader to manage all sous chefs, maintain food and labor costs, and run the line with high standards.

You will work with the Director of Operations and Ownership, prepare financial reports, drive profitability, recruit and train staff, and develop menus and daily specials in a fast-paced, luxury environment.