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 and banquet operations at their hotel in Lansing, Michigan. This role requires a strong leader with culinary expertise to manage food preparation, staff training, and operational excellence, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Competitive wages and career development opportunities are available in a vibrant work culture.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Life insurance

401K with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted hotel rates

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in culinary or food and beverage management.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Ability to improve service based on guest feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff and coordinate food preparation activities.
• Manage food costs and departmental expenses.
• Develop and implement menu concepts based on guest needs.

Skills

Leadership

Food Preparation

Cost Control

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year Culinary Arts degree

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. They ensure that the kitchen provides fresh, appealing, and properly flavored foods while focusing on food costs.

As Executive Chef, you will be:

• Responsible for the selection, training, and development of department personnel; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; ensuring safety; addressing complaints; resolving problems; and overseeing departmental matters related to employment and civil rights laws.
• Review staffing levels to meet guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and food preparation workers.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Develop and enhance the food product presented to guests, proposing changes based on marketplace and guest needs, and using market research for new products and menu concepts.
• Maintain quality and consistency of food delivery and standards.
• Support team goals and measure effectiveness through food & beverage profit and service performance, aiming to exceed guest expectations. Participate in long-range planning.
• Develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving.
• Establish goals including performance, budget, and team objectives.
• Communicate safety procedures, ensure understanding, monitor processes, and enforce safety codes.
• Manage department expenses such as food costs, supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
• Work with vendors to obtain quality offerings at reasonable prices.
• Provide direction for menu development.
• Improve service by understanding guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and coaching.
• Interact with guests for feedback on quality and service levels.
• Empower employees to deliver excellent customer service, establishing clear expectations and providing ongoing training.
• Control profit and loss elements, managing major kitchen and restaurant expenses, setting margins, and comparing performance against projections.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 6 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related fields
• 2-year degree from an accredited institution in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; or 4 years’ experience in a related professional area
• Must maintain a positive attitude at all times

Our associates enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision plans, life insurance, disability options, 401K, tuition assistance, discounted hotel rates, and career development opportunities.

Why Concord? Our culture is built on our five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We prioritize a great work environment, personal development, diversity, and excellent customer service. We are an EEO employer M/F/D/V and maintain a drug-free workplace.

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Source: Concord Hospitality