Executive Chef

BLT Steak is seeking a talented and experienced EXECUTIVE CHEF to join our team!

The Executive Chef is a collaborator in defining the restaurant concept. He/She is responsible for helping create the overall vision, menu content (mix) and recipes. An Executive Chef is also responsible for making sure that the kitchen is set up for success everyday.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Create and maintain a dynamic menu that is both on-brand and cost effective.
• Create "specials" that highlight seasonal ingredients.
• Maintain profitability and account for food costs; verify all shipments and invoices.
• Monitor daily product sales reports; review and inquire about the comp/void reporting.
• Oversee that the staff maintains the quality of all products that are served to our guests from the time the product is delivered to our restaurant and all steps of storing, butchering and cooking until it reaches the guest.
• Hold responsibility for all aspects of the kitchen; observe the flow of production, providing assistance as needed.
• Hire, train and motivate the staff; develop a talent-pool for the company.
• Hold accountability to all staff performance; keep General Manager involved, as needed.
• Ensure that food production is technically proficient.
• Schedule all employees and monitor over-time; review payroll reports with General Manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred candidates will have culinary training, but we will consider equal equivalency in experience
• Must have 5+ years' in management
• Ability to be a hands-on leader, supporting the team in all aspects and stations, as needed
• Ability to prioritize time and strategy for support
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-moving environment

WHY WORK WITH US??

• Competitive hourly rates & opportunity for growth (we are expanding!)
• Paid Time Off
• Full benefits package after 90 days with 75% paid premiums
• 401k with employer match
• Flex Spending Accounts for Parking, Transit, Medical & Dependent Care
• Shift meal, dining discounts in other restaurant locations, and a great work environment!

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned by leadership.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years
• 5 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Fine dining restaurant

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20006: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person