Resort Executive Chef - Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Great Wolf Lodge; Naples (FL); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health savings account

Telehealth resources

Life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation time off

Paid parental leave

Zusammenfassung

Great Wolf Lodge in Naples, FL is seeking an experienced Restaurant Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, develop menus, test recipes, and ensure compliance with health codes. The role prioritizes profitability, guest satisfaction, and staff development across multiple lodge venues.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of restaurant kitchen experience, 1+ year in supervisory leadership, and a strong track record of managing costs and quality.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years experience in restaurant kitchen(s).
• 1+ years experience in restaurant supervisory/leadership role responsible for financials, menu development, and personnel related matters.
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling including nights, weekends and Holidays as needed.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen.

Aufgaben

• Manage and direct the preparation and presentation of all foods in all venues of the Lodge.
• Maintain and follow all local Health Department food preparation codes and regulations.
• Ensure all food preparation licenses and training (as required) is maintained by all pack members.
• Hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other pack members involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with merchandising and productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs.
• Listen actively and communicate clearly while interacting with guests to promote food products and directing staff activities.
• Analyze feedback from guests and pack members, make judgments and take action to implement suggestions for improvement.
• Maintain working rapport with all hotel staff for efficient operation and service to guests.
• Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends, regional demographics and in accordance with revenue and profitability goals.
• Develop innovative menu selections for special banquet themes and parties in accordance with client budgetary considerations and expectations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Flexibility

Communication

Ausbildung

High School diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Great Wolf Lodge in Naples, FL is seeking an experienced Restaurant Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, develop menus, test recipes, and ensure compliance with health codes. The role prioritizes profitability, guest satisfaction, and staff development across multiple lodge venues.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of restaurant kitchen experience, 1+ year in supervisory leadership, and a strong track record of managing costs and quality.