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Salary**Job Title: Executive Chef**
New Restaurant Opening
**Job Overview:**
The Executive Chef is the top-ranking chef within a culinary establishment and is responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen, including menu creation, food preparation, and kitchen staff supervision. The Executive Chef ensures that high-quality culinary dishes are produced consistently and that kitchen operations run smoothly.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Menu Development:**
- Create and update menus to reflect seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and customer preferences.
- Develop innovative and appealing dishes that maintain the restaurant's reputation and attract customers.
2. **Food Preparation and Cooking:**
- Oversee all aspects of food preparation, including portion control, presentation, and quality assurance.
- Ensure that all dishes meet high standards of taste, appearance, and nutritional value.
- Monitor food production to minimize waste and maintain cost-effectiveness.
3. **Kitchen Management:**
- Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Order and maintain inventory of kitchen supplies, equipment, and ingredients.
4. **Quality Control:**
- Implement quality control measures to ensure consistency in food preparation and presentation.
- Conduct regular inspections to uphold sanitation and hygiene standards.
5. **Budgeting and Cost Control:**
- Develop and manage budgets for food and labor costs.
- Monitor expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
6. **Collaboration:**
- Coordinate with other restaurant staff, including front-of-house personnel, to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
7. **Creativity and Innovation:**
- Stay informed about culinary trends, techniques, and ingredients.
- Experiment with new recipes and cooking methods to keep the menu fresh and exciting.
**Requirements:**
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role within the culinary industry.
- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and flavor profiles.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire kitchen staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in food quality and presentation.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure gracefully.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations and food handling best practices.
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification is often preferred, though practical experience may also be sufficient.
Overall, the Executive Chef plays a critical role in ensuring the success and reputation of a restaurant or food service establishment by overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations and culinary production.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Experience level:
- 5 years
Pay rate:
- Yearly pay
Work setting:
- Fine dining restaurant
Ability to Relocate:
- Miami Gardens, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
