Executive Chef

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Executive Chef

A private and prestigious Club in Erie, Pennsylvania established in 1893 is looking for a new Executive Chef. The Kahkwa Club has a championship golf Course, 5 har-tru tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, Aquatic Center with snack bar and tiki bar, 2 dining rooms, 3 bars, as well as private function areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates activities concerning food preparation, kitchen, and storeroom areas.
• Takes accountability for all kitchen operations /staffing /actions.
• Trains and evaluates kitchen personnel. Assists in recruiting, screening and hiring.
• Assures proper staff levels at all times. Covers shifts when needed including nights and weekends.Inventories and purchases kitchen supplies ensuring par levels as directed.
• Participates in menu planning and food production. Creates weekly specials and utilizes food product.
• Supervises and manages all subordinate kitchen personnel.
• Ensures that all recipes and procedures are updated and revised as necessary.
• Samples, smells, and observes food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
• Monitors all food served relative to appearance, temperature, sanitary and quality standards, and portion control.
• Monitors and records all temperatures of food, storage, and dish machine to ensure health dept. requirements are met.
• Responsible for all meals being served properly and according to the established standards, policies, procedures and ticket times.
• Ensures cleanliness of kitchen and equipment, updating maintenance routines as necessary.
• Communicates with and assists kitchen personnel to maintain efficient food production.
• Informs front-of-house of menu changes, specials, and shortages.
• Maintains proper safety and sanitation procedures in kitchen.
• Manages Snack Bar staff at the Aquatic Center during the pool season.
• Attends & participates in monthly House Committee Meetings.
• Must follow all local, state, and federal laws.
• Must maintain kitchen in accordance with Erie County Health regulations.
• Must be able to write schedules and manage labor.
• Responsible for all equipment in kitchen area.
• Responsible for ordering food, equipment, paper goods.
• Responsible for developing staff in kitchen to improve performance and promote within.
• Write dining room, banquet, snack bar, and special menus.
• Manages inventories, waste, and turning inventory.
• Handles larger functions.

Requirements

• Culinary degree or progressive work history preferred.
• High School Degree or equivalent, required.
• 3-5 years of Previous Club experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets preferred.
• ServSafe Certification required. If out of compliance, must become compliant within 90 days of hire.
• HAACP certification preferred.
• RAMP certification, required.
• Time off not available April 1-December 31.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Christmas Bonus
• Education
• Limited Club Privileges
• Meals Provided
• Life Insurance

Company DescriptionThe Kahkwa Club has a championship golf Course, 5 har-tru tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, Aquatic Center with snack bar and tiki bar, 2 dining rooms, 3 bars, as well as private function areas.Company DescriptionThe Kahkwa Club has a championship golf Course, 5 har-tru tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, Aquatic Center with snack bar and tiki bar, 2 dining rooms, 3 bars, as well as private function areas.

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