Executive Chef

Hotel:
Springfield University Plaza
Executive Chef
Full time
Atrium Hospitality is seeking a dynamic Executive Chef to join our team, for the Springfield University Plaza.
University Plaza in Springfield, Missouri is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our team! With 267 beautifully appointed rooms, a whopping 46,059 sq. ft. of flexible event space, the EXPO center has an additional 112,000 square feet with a location that's the heartbeat of Springfield's vibrant scene, this isn't just a job - it's an experience! Imagine being part of a place where every day feels like a celebration, surrounded by a community that's as lively as the events we host! If you're ready to bring your passion and energy to the heart of the action, then University Plaza is the place to be. Let's make every moment count - apply now and let the adventure begin!
Benefits:

• Free Lunch!
• Monthly employee socials to honor all anniversaries, birthdays, employee of the month and manager of the quarter recognition.
• Positive team culture and opportunity for advancement.
• Monthly coffee with the GM - free beverage item from cafe provided.
• Discounted rates at Atrium properties.
• Benefits: Merit Increases, Referral Bonus, Paid Vacation/Sick time/holidays, Health/401K, Daily Pay option, Tuition Reimbursements, Management training, Gym membership discounts, Auto/Home Insurance and Pet Insurance to name a few.
• Conveniently located close to downtown Springfield and Missouri State University.

Primary Purpose:
The primary purpose of the Executive Chef is to oversee the property's day-to-day culinary operations and ensure that the culinary team produces the highest quality of food for guests and events according to Atrium standards.
Work Performed:
The Executive Chef will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:

• Developing results-oriented associates through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counseling in accordance to Atrium's Core Values ;
• Leading the effort to achieve guest service standards by constantly seeking ways to improve products and services;
• Controlling labor costs with effective scheduling and cross training;
• Producing and conveying methods of production of culinary items for a la carte and catered functions ;
• Achieving budgeted food percentages through effective control measures including portion controls, kitchen timing, inventory rotation measures, receiving and storage procedures, and waste control;
• Creating menus to enhance quality, consistency and concept;
• Partnering with food and beverage, sales and event teams to ensure guest culinary expectations are met;
• Teaching and enforcing health code requirements, safety procedures and cleanliness standards throughout kitchen(s );
• Manage direct reports by ensuring Associates understand employment practices, recommending employment decisions and corrective action, supporting performance management, and implementing discipline ;
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to management ;
• Support other departments as needed based on business demands ; and
• Any and all other work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position

Qualifications:
Required Prior Experience:
4+ years of supervisory experience in a hotel culinary position
Proven leadership skills
Technical proficiency and ability to demonstrate extensive knowledge of food preparation methods.
Experience in computing discount, interest, profit, and loss; commission, markups, and selling price; ratios, proportions, and percentages; surface, volumes, weights, and measures.
Preferred Licenses/ Certification:
Certification as "Executive Chef" or culinary degree from recognized culinary institute
Required Technology:
Microsoft Office Suite
Cloud Based Apps
Other:
Must be flexible with respect to working days, early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
#LI-CY1
__________________________________________________
When you're an Atrium Associate, you're a part of a crucial workforce providing the ultimate 'Home Away From Home' for our guests. We know that it takes a lot of time and effort to provide these exceptional experiences, so we reward your efforts with a competitive compensation plan and other benefits and perks that allow you to offer your best to our guests. These benefits include:

• Daily Pay
• Significant Travel Discounts on Marriott and/or Hilton properties
• 401k Plans
• Medical Insurance
• Other property specific benefits

Plus, we make sure you can grow your career the way you want to through Internship programs, training and development and over 80 hotels that offer incredible opportunities for career driven associates.
_____________________________________________
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
Atrium Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Atrium Hospitality brinda igualdad de oportunidades de empleo a todos los empleados y aplicantes de empleo y prohíbe la discriminación y el acoso de cualquier tipo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, edad, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, genetica, estado de veterano protegido, orientación sexual, genero de identidad o expresión, o cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales. Esta política se aplica a todos los terminos y condiciones de empleo, incluido el reclutamiento, la contratación, la colocación, la promoción, la terminación, el despido, el retiro, la transferencia, las licencias, la compensación y la capacitación.
Notice of candidate Privacy Rights: https://atriumhospitality.com/privacy-policy/