Chef

2 weeks ago

Grand Rapids, United States Lodgco Hospitality Full time $60,000 - $65,000
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCome join our team of Enthusiasts at the Canopy by Hilton hotel located in beautiful downtown Grand Rapids

We’re on the lookout for an innovative and talented Chef to lead our kitchen and restaurant team and ensure exceptional dining experiences for our guests across all food outlets within the hotel. The Canopy boasts two exceptional restaurants – PORTICO, a trendy cafe-style eatery, and KNOOP, a rooftop craft cocktail lounge – along with various banquet services. We seek an effective culinary leader who can design inventive menus, oversee food preparation, and uphold health and safety regulations. If you are ready to demonstrate your culinary creativity, submit your application today to become part of our fantastic team

JOB SUMMARY: The Chef is responsible for assisting the kitchen staff with the oversight of the back of the house, all aspects of food preparation and kitchen management while delivering high-quality food, a sanitary environment and maintaining profitable food operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Supervision and coordination of kitchen employees and activities; hire, train, develop, assess and empower staff to achieve the department's goals.
  • Creation of staff schedules to ensure that demand is met and that kitchen is operating efficiently.
  • Plan and direct food preparation and visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen to ensure quality and timeliness.
  • Assist in the selection and development of recipes to ensure consistent quality.
  • Establish presentation technique and quality standards for the kitchen.
  • Estimate food consumption and demand and order supplies, food, and ingredients accordingly.
  • Monitor, control and manage kitchen costs and expenses according to the budget.
  • Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products.
  • Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance.
  • Practice and ensure kitchen cleanliness, correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations.
  • Ensure and train employees to maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.
  • Coordinate and monitor inventory and par levels.
  • Manage loss prevention and security of inventory and food items.
  • Assist in the front of the house as needed.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IDEAL CORE COMPETITENCIES:

  • Ability to attend to guests, associates and management in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Must be able to speak, read, write and communicate in English to adequately perform the duties of the job.
  • Extensive knowledge of Food and Beverage service standards.
  • Strong leadership skills to rally and motivate kitchen staff.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
  • Must be detail-oriented in reviewing final food products and general management of the kitchen.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and delegate daily workload.
  • Must be energetic and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
  • Must be able to work varying schedules that include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business dictates.
  • Able to wear proper uniform in accordance with Lodgco Hospitality policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management

REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND ABILITIES

  • High School diploma/GED or equivalent education/experience required.
  • 3+ years of experience working in a hotel kitchen.
  • Food Handler/ServSafe certification is required.
  • Applicable state certifications and brand training as required.
  • Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and other required systems.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record – satisfactory criminal background screening required – professional references from the hospitality industry.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITY

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

BENEFITS WE OFFER

  • Career development & work-life balance
  • Paid time off
  • Travel and hotel discounts
  • Health, dental, & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Bonus Potential
  • And more

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for entire shift, balance, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, smell, taste and perform repetitive motions that require manual dexterity.

This position requires the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

The employee is required to have visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate machinery and tools, determine accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of food and make general observations of facilities. This position is primarily indoors and may subject the employee to high or cold temperatures from machinery and moderate noise level.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This position requires variable hours based on the needs of the hotel.

EEO STATEMENT

In accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, Lodgco is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment. This policy requires that all decisions involving hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and all other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under state, federal, or local law. Lodgco also prohibits retaliation against any employee because the employee has engaged in an activity that is protected under state, federal, or local law.

WHO WE ARE

Lodgco Hospitality, LLC is a multi-brand, hospitality company that delivers value, rewards, and a sense of pride to its associates, guests, and investors. Lodgco was founded on the desire to develop and manage hotels that offer our guests the finest service possible.

Headquartered in Michigan, the Lodgco portfolio represents many of the most trusted names in hospitality, including Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. We currently have hotels in Michigan, Florida, & and Colorado. Additionally, we regularly integrate new hotels into our portfolio.

To learn more about our growing company, please visit www.lodgco.net.

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