Executive Chef Partner

Darden Restaurants Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Darden Restaurants Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef Partner for its McLean, VA location. You will lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver high-quality, great-tasting food while upholding strict food safety standards.

You will drive profitability and guest satisfaction, mentor chefs and teammates, and collaborate with the Culinary Development team to ensure flawless execution of menu items across operations.

Qualifications

• Head of kitchen operations in a high-volume upscale restaurant or resort.
• Passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge, and service.
• Proven ability to develop and mentor team members.
• Knowledge of systems and processes for great execution.
• Stable job history with upward career progression.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver high-quality food.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Drive profitability and guest experience in the restaurant.
• Support Culinary Development team to execute menu items with excellence.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Wine Knowledge

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Job description

Location: 7863l Tysons Corner Ctr, Mclean, VA, 22102-4513 $80000 per year – $92200 per year

The Executive Chef Partner is responsible for leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures and profitability. The Executive Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Executive Chef supports the Culinary Development team to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant.

Job Requirements

• Proven success as head of kitchen operations in a high- volume upscale restaurant or high end resort restaurant
• Strong passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge and service
• Proven ability to develop team
• Knowledge of systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution
• Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression

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