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Hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs
Listen actively and communicate clearly while interacting with customers to promote food products and directing staff activities. Analyze feedback from clients and employees, make judgments and take action to implement suggestions for improvement. Maintain working rapport with all hotel staff for efficient operation and service to customers. Organize and conduct meetings
Monitor staff performance, product quality and production flow
foster improvement where necessary
Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends and regional tastes. Develop innovative menu selections for special banquet themes and parties in accordance with client budgetary considerations and expectations. Confer with Director of Food and Beverage regarding new selections and changes
Audit food storeroom items and storage to maintain quality products to ensure adherence to all health code requirements. Enforce safety procedures and cleanliness throughout kitchen(s) including walk-in and reach-in boxes
Assist Food and Beverage Director in estimating annual food budget
Dine at local restaurants to observe the latest trends in food presentation and pricing
Monitor outlets during peak period to oversee production flow and presentation
Maintain vacation schedule for proper staffing
Report any equipment in need of repair to Food & Beverage Director and Engineering for service
Perform other duties as requested, such as VIP parties and staff meetings
Requirements:
Considerable knowledge of mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) necessary to interpret reports and budgets
Extensive knowledge of menu development, insight to marketing, cost and wage control
Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes and proper preparation
Ability to analyze, forecast data, and make judgments to ensure proper payroll and production control
Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery
Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move goods weighing a maximum of 400 lbs. on a continuous schedule
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to supervise large staff and accomplish goals on a timely basis
Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges
Ability to conduct meetings, menu briefings and maintain communication lines between line staff and Food and Beverage Director
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit continuously and perform essential functions for an extended period of time
Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy and collect accurate information to resolve conflicts
Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations, distinguish product, taste, texture and presentation and observe preparation
Artistic ability to create theme menus, ideas for ice carvings, decorations, etc.
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Minimum of 3 years of Culinary schooling
Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates. CPR certification and/or First Aid training preferred
Must have prior experience as an Executive Chef with knowledge of most international and domestic dishes