Executive Chef - Toscana Kitchen

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations and lead the culinary team at their Lansing location. The role involves menu development, staff training, and ensuring high-quality food service. Candidates should have a strong culinary background, with extensive leadership experience and a commitment to guest satisfaction. Competitive wages and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with benefits

Tuition assistance

Discounted hotel rates

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 years of experience in culinary or related fields.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop kitchen staff, manage food preparation and production.
• Ensure quality and consistency of food products.
• Control food costs and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Food Preparation

Training and Development

Menu Development

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Culinary Arts or related fields

Job description

Description

The Executive Chef has total responsibility for the main kitchen, banquets, and culinary staff. The Executive Chef is responsible for leading by example and developing their staff. The Executive Chef directs food preparation, production, and control for Toscana, the AC Lounge, and banquet facilities at the hotel, ensuring that the kitchen provides fresh, appealing, and properly flavored foods while focusing on food costs.

As Executive Chef, you will be:

1. Responsible for the selection, training, and development of personnel within the department; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; ensuring safety; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and overseeing departmental matters related to employment and civil rights laws.
2. Review staffing levels to meet guest service, operational, and financial needs.
3. Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and food preparation workers.
4. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
5. Develop and enhance the food product presented to guests, proposing changes based on marketplace and guest needs, and using market research to develop new products and menu concepts.
6. Maintain quality and consistency of food products and standards.
7. Support team goals and measure effectiveness through Food & Beverage profit and service performance, aiming to exceed guest expectations. Participate in long-range planning.
8. Develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving.
9. Set and communicate goals, including performance, budget, and team goals.
10. Emphasize safety procedures, ensure understanding of safety codes, and monitor related processes.
11. Manage controllable expenses such as food costs, supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
12. Work with vendors to obtain high-quality offerings at reasonable prices.
13. Provide direction for menu development.
14. Improve service by understanding guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and coaching.
15. Interact with guests for feedback on quality and service levels.
16. Empower employees to deliver excellent customer service, establishing clear expectations and providing ongoing training.
17. Control profit and loss elements, manage major kitchen expenses, and set margins against projections.

**Requirements:**

• High school diploma or GED
• 6 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related fields
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years’ professional experience in culinary or related areas
• Positive attitude at all times

**Why work with us?**

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability options, 401K, tuition assistance, discounted hotel rates, and opportunities for training and career growth.

**Our culture:** Based on our five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We value a great work environment, work-life balance, diversity, and excellent customer service.

If you're looking to grow and be part of a fun team, this could be your opportunity. We are an EEO employer M/F/D/V and maintain a drug-free workplace.

**Legal notice:** This employer is committed to informing applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Source: Concord Hospitality