Executive/ Head Chef

The Barn Resort Gettysburg, PA; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401k with employer match

Employee discounts

And much more

Job summary

The Barn Resort Gettysburg, PA is seeking an Executive/Head Chef to lead a dynamic culinary team in a historic resort setting. You will craft diverse menus for both buffet and bar areas, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation while maintaining a high standard of food safety.

Responsibilities include hiring and training staff, managing daily kitchen operations, cost control, and collaborating with events to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Head Chef or senior culinary role, especially in buffet or high-volume dining.
• Strong leadership and team management skills to inspire a diverse kitchen.
• Excellent knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and cuisines, with buffet focus.
• Strong budgeting, costing, and inventory management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the kitchen team; drive culinary excellence and adherence to food safety standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, buffet setup, and service quality while controlling costs.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure a memorable guest dining experience and timely service.
• Build relationships with local suppliers; promote sustainable sourcing and eco-friendly practices.
• Stay abreast of culinary trends and innovate menus and presentation for buffet and bar offerings.
• Coordinate with events team to provide catering for special occasions with a cohesive culinary vision.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Buffet/high-volume service

Budgeting & cost control

Food safety & hygiene

Staff scheduling

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

Description

The Barn Resort is seeking a dynamic and creative Executive/ Head Chef to lead our culinary team. This role is perfect for a chef with a passion for buffet-style dining and a knack for crafting delicious, high-quality dishes for both our buffet and bar area. You will be responsible for developing and executing a diverse menu that caters to our guests' tastes while ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation in a vibrant, historic setting.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Hire, train, and manage a team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. Conduct regular training to enhance culinary skills and ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient buffet setup and service. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and implement cost-control measures to maximize profitability while maintaining quality.
• Guest Experience: Collaborate with the front-of-house team to deliver an outstanding dining experience. Engage with guests to gather feedback and continually enhance the buffet and bar food offerings.
• Sourcing and Sustainability: Build relationships with local farmers and suppliers to source fresh, high-quality ingredients. Promote sustainable practices within the kitchen and educate staff on eco-friendly initiatives.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of culinary trends and seek opportunities to enhance The Barn Resort's buffet and bar menus. Experiment with new recipes and presentation techniques to keep offerings exciting and fresh.
• Event Coordination: Work closely with the events team to provide catering for special events, ensuring a seamless dining experience that reflects the resort’s culinary vision.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Head Chef or in a senior culinary role, particularly in a buffet or high-volume dining environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and cuisines, with a focus on buffet-style service.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to delivering an outstanding guest experience.
• Experience with properly scheduling kitchen staff to align with proper amount of labor costs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

What's in it for you?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing team at The Barn Resort, where you can showcase your culinary talent in a beautiful setting. If you are a creative culinary leader looking to make your mark in buffet dining and bar service, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our resort family!

We also offer benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Discounts
• And much more!