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DESCRIPTION:
Join our dynamic team and work in a beautiful hotel setting with an unobstructed view of the ocean! We are currently seeking an innovative and experienced Chef de Cuisine that is passionate about farm fresh, garden-to-table concepts highlighting seasonality and the delicious bounty of our local land and sea. We are looking for personable and creative individuals with strong culinary skills that can provide authentic and memorable experiences that deliver the Southern California Dream to our guests.
The goal of the Chef de Cuisine is to take the helm, guiding and developing the team and concept of this beautiful restaurant. This position allows for a great deal of autonomy & creativity for the right chef that is looking to take ownership of the menu and enhance our culinary vision. The CDC will take council from the hotel Executive Chef to create and implement menu and concepts, but the position is designed so that the individual will work in a manner that is consistent with an independent owner/operator.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Act as senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
- Assume the role of liaison between all dining room operations and culinary staff
- Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
- Develop and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept
- Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
- Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
- May manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisors and Sous Chefs
- Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
- Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis
- Participate in marketing events directly related to the restaurant
QUALIFICATIONS:
- In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
- Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
- Experience with training, basic financial management and elevated guest service standards
- Proficient in general computer knowledge
- A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
- Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
- Strong training and communication skills
- Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel or multi-unit operation experience
- Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
This is a salary position ranging from $86,600. - $106,600 (Based on Experience)
- Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid Family Bonding Time
- Adoption Assistance
- $1,000 per year for Educational Assistance
- Complimentary and Discounted Hotel Room Nights
- Free Meals in our Colleague Dining Room
- Onsite Parking Available
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employee Stocks Purchase Plan
*We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
