Executive Chef

Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER

Perks

Hotel discounts, same day pay, holiday pay, advancement opportunities!

Hutton Brickyards Retreat + Event Center

Join our fast-paced team! Welcome to Hutton Brickyards, a 100-acre Hudson River Valley resort made for getaways, weddings, and events. We are passionate about delivering curated experiences and events to our guests, providing genuine relaxation and deep connections to nature. You’ll be working alongside a fast-paced team of diverse and dedicated individuals who are passionate about the guest experience.

Executive Chef

Hutton Brickyards is looking for a passionate Chef with experience creating the support structure needed for F&B outlets. Someone who wants a long career at Hutton Brickyards, who knows how to build teams, develop, coach, and mentor staff. A seasoned professional who loves to work hard, is never afraid to get their hands dirty, and knows days and weeks will be long during the “season”. Hutton Brickyards strives to provide a relaxed, lovely, casual dining experience for our guests, of which excellent consistent food and / drink is only one part.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the culinary operations of the two seasonal restaurants, guest grab and go, and corporate event catering. Our Chef must have a proven track record in managing resort F&B, financial management, staff development, and a demonstratable history of managing and motivating the associates on the F&B team.

Responsibilities:

• Execution of owner’s vision.
• The Executive Chef is responsible for managing and directing all aspects of the property's culinary operations.
• Effective management of day-to-day operations including staffing, training, budgeting, ordering, and forecasting.
• Recruitment and retention of new team members, support, development, and training.
• Ensuring quality, consistency are the highest level while maximizing profit.
• Reviewing staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.
• Forecasting business levels and product procurement.
• Manage labor budgeting and weekly scheduling.
• Oversee the production and execution of corporate banquets with emphasis on quality and adherence to all food handling and sanitation standards.
• Performing administrative tasks, including inventory and departmental P&L oversite

Job Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree along with resort F&B experience.
• Candidates without a culinary degree, but with extensive culinary work experience, will be considered.
• Resort experience with a similar organization's level of service and operation is preferred.
• Proven budget consciousness.
• Be able to demonstrate leadership ability in managing and motivating the associates on their team.
• Excellent knowledge of BOH systems, ordering and inventory, and computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS).
• Superior Communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay - Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.

Pet Insurance - We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan - Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel Discounts - It’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crews - All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

Hutton Brickyards is managed by Waterford Hotel Group.

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com

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