Culinary Director/Executive Chef

2 weeks ago

Miami FL United States Tao Group Hospitality Full time

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
  • Life and Disability Insurance Plans
  • Ancillary Insurance Plans
  • Mental Health Support and Services
  • Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • TAO Savings Marketplace
  • Time off and much more


The Culinary Director/Executive Chef is responsible for managing the culinary operations for multiple venues to ensure all food products meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and quality. The Culinary Director/Executive Chef oversees the daily activities of the heart-of-house operations and team members in accordance with company policies and procedures and works concurrently with the General Manager to ensure a successful operation.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Oversees heart-of-house operations to ensure safety, quality, recipe accuracy, and financial profitability
  • Supervises the execution of regular service, catering, take-out, delivery, and all in/off-venue events
  • Possesses in-depth knowledge of operational systems, which includes payroll, inventory, and purchasing
  • Collaborating with the General Manager for maintaining the venue’s monthly Profit & Loss statement standards
  • Ensures Department of Health and company sanitation standards
  • Ensures that the venue is compliant with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Coaches and develops heart-of-house team members by setting clear guidelines and expectations
  • Ensures that all mechanical systems are in good working order and compliant with all federal, state, and local ordinances
  • Ensures all team members are compliant with all heart-of-house standards and procedures
  • Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food menus and the venue
  • Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials
  • Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house and the throughout venue
  • Conducts decision-making process for interviewing, hiring, and training new team members
  • Oversees the scheduling, growth opportunities, and development of all heart-of-house team members
  • Responsible for all heart-of-house job performance reviews
  • Communicates clearly and concisely with all team members during service
  • Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised team members
  • Oversees the replacement or repair of all breakage and damage to equipment
  • Attend, lead, and participate in any training sessions, departmental meetings, and daily pre-shift meetings.
  • Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
  • Portrays a positive and professional attitude
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality and its partners
  • Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
  • Ensuring that all needs of the guests are accommodated
  • Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned


EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

  • Minimum of six (6) years of previous culinary experience as an Executive Chef within a fine-dining, high-volume kitchen, preferably Michelin-rated
  • Culinary Arts Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field
  • Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required
  • Demonstrated financial expertise with P&L statements and labor models is required
  • Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in Windows Microsoft Office, POS systems, Oracle knowledge preferred


SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

  • Must have strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
  • Must have good positive energy throughout the day
  • Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly
  • Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office
  • Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Small to Medium office environment
  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
  • 5-25% Local Travel (United States)
  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
  • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
  • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

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