Executive Chef – Premium Italian Steakhouse

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Fort Lauderdale seeks a Chef de Cuisine for Barchetta to lead kitchen operations, uphold Italian steakhouse standards, and drive cost controls within budgetary guidelines, including food cost and payroll management.

You will partner with the General Manager and the Food & Beverage Director to design menus, cost recipes, train staff, and ensure consistent quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced upscale setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership in upscale dining.
• At least 2 years as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of Italian regional cuisine and classic techniques.
• Extensive experience with premium steaks, seafood, handmade pasta, sauces, and high-temperature grill cookery.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate staff.
• Ability to teach staff importance of guest interaction and problem solving.
• Creative and updated on new food concepts and trends.
• Basic mathematical skills and ability to read financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist General Manager in budgeting, food cost/payroll, and overhead control.
• Maintain excellence in premium steak preparation, dry-aging, seafood, and Italian techniques.
• Design daily features in line with Barchetta standards and costings.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with smooth day-to-day operations.
• Maintain purchasing/receiving standards and supplier relations.
• Test and evaluate products for quality, yield, and cost.
• Forecast volumes to maximize profitability and avoid over/under production.
• Recruit and interview suitable kitchen staff alongside HR and F&B director.
• Oversee training and development of all kitchen staff; ensure on/off the job training.
• Maintain office procedures for menus, purchases, and records.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Italian cuisine

Menu design

Staff development

Financial acumen

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Fort Lauderdale seeks a Chef de Cuisine for Barchetta to lead kitchen operations, uphold Italian steakhouse standards, and drive cost controls within budgetary guidelines, including food cost and payroll management.

You will partner with the General Manager and the Food & Beverage Director to design menus, cost recipes, train staff, and ensure consistent quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced upscale setting.