Executive Chef | Task Force

Columbia Hospitality; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cellphone allowance

Incentive eligible

Commuter/Parking allowance

Paid time off & Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, disability, 4

401(k) benefits

HSA/FSA plans with employer contribute

Employee assistance program

Discounted lodging, dining, spa, golf,

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality is seeking an experienced Culinary Leader to manage day-to-day kitchen operations in Seattle. You will develop procedures to uphold high standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation while guiding a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Requirements include a culinary arts degree or equivalent, 7+ years in the industry with 2+ years in a culinary management role, and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent training is required.
• 7+ years in the industry with 2+ years in culinary management.
• Excellent business communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day kitchen operation and overall kitchen leadership.
• Develop procedures to meet established standards and safety policies.
• Communicate updates with General Manager regarding contracts and changes.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, sanitation, and timely guest service.
• Oversee staff training, scheduling, and supervision.
• Monitor food and labor costs and manage inventory.

Skills

Business communication

Leadership

Staff development

Food safety

Education

Culinary arts degree or equivalent training

Job description

Benefits

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range: $110,000 to $130,000 DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Commuter/Parking Allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401(k) benefits
• HSA/FSA Plans – with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Responsibilities

• Maintain responsibility for day-to-day operation of the kitchen and has complete responsibility for the kitchen in its entirety
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards
• Communicate daily with General Manager for updates, changes and revisions to existing contracts
• Maintain standards for food quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety. Follow all appropriate policies and procedures
• Ensure timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests
• Assist in the selection, supervision, training, development, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and counseling of staff
• Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards
• Monitor food and labor costs
• Conduct daily walk-through of all walk-in refrigerators, dry storage areas and food lines to ensure rotation, usage, cleanliness and proper sanitation
• Utilize specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements, maintain par levels of necessary items
• Prepare and manage creation of new menu items
• Ensure attractive, consistent presentations of food items, both buffet and plated Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
• Handle all needs and accommodate customer requests in a timely manner
• Set up, re-stock, maintain, and clean food preparation areas
• Responsible for ensuring presentation standards are met for all hot and cold items
• Read and interpret recipes
• Conduct product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
• Responsible for team maintenance of grooming standards
• Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
• Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures

Qualifications

• A culinary arts degree and/or equivalent training with 7+ years in industry and 2+ years of experience in a culinary management role in a similar environment
• Must possess excellent business communication skills (both written and verbal) to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries
• Ability to manage according to employment and industry-relevant laws
• Conflict management and negotiation skills are required
• Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs
• Must demonstrate excellent people skills and a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor
• Be detail-oriented, reliable and punctual, and have exceptional organizational skills
• Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.