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Executive Chef

4 months ago

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Job Requirements

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a fun and creative environment? Then we want you on our team The Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is looking for a talented and energetic person to join our team as our full time Executive Chef.

Our hotel team members are passionate about their work and also like to have fun. It's an "all hands-on-deck" kind of environment to get our jobs done. Our Company was also voted "Best Place to Work", and we offer a full line of great benefits including 18 days of PTO and 9 1⁄2 paid holidays.

Our Executive Chef will complete a variety of tasks which include:

  • Teaches preparation according to well defined recipes and follows up and discusses ways of constantly improving the cuisine.
  • Train, develop, and motivate supervisors and culinary staff. Sets performance standards and monitors performance.
  • Advocates sound financial/business decision making, demonstrates honesty, integrity and leads by example.
  • Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
  • Actively involved in menu development and maintaining updated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation.
  • Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
  • Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
  • Ensures all equipment in the kitchen is properly maintained and in working order in accordance with local Health department and hotel standards.
  • Follows and enforces all applicable safety procedures and ensures proper grooming and hygiene standards for all kitchen staffs.
  • Ensures all kitchen employees maintain required food handling and sanitation certifications.
  • Interacts with guests and reviews comment cards for guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintain quality levels of receiving, storage, production and presentation of food.
  • Discuss daily food cost reports with key kitchen and F&B team members.
  • Interview and hire new applicants for kitchen
Work Experience

Qualifications for this position:

  • Culinary degree or related work experience OR 5 years of experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area with 3 years in a banquet management position.
  • Experience with controlling expenses and managing food costs.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and listen attentively.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse.
  • Positive attitude, outgoing and friendly personality.
  • Strong leadership and a professional image.
Benefits
  • Full Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long- Term Disability, Flex Spending, and more
  • 401K+ Match (up to 6%).
  • 18 Days PTO & 9 1/2 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement towards position related coursework (only for FT)
  • Team Member Development & Training.
  • DEI Committee and Culture Club Committee dedicated to making your employee experience great
Disclaimer
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