Culinary Director

6 days ago


East Hartford, Connecticut, United States Oak View Group Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Executive Chef to join our team at Oak View Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the culinary team, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring exceptional food quality and service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and develop a team of 35 full-time and part-time culinary employees, including hiring, training, and performance management.
  • Ensure event staff are aware of workplace expectations and provide ongoing assistance, training, and mentoring to promote a positive and cooperative work environment.
  • Develop and implement effective control measures to achieve budgeted food percentages, including portion controls, kitchen timings, and inventory management.
  • Control labor costs through effective scheduling, cross-training, and development of employees.
  • Ensure that purchasing and preparation of all food products meet Oak View Group's standards of quality and consistency.
  • Supervise all line set-up, prep, and breakdown activities, and coordinate the storage, maintenance, and repair of kitchen equipment.
  • Arrange and manage kitchen staff skills training and development, including departmental orientation of new employees.
  • Maintain a positive and compliant employee relations climate, and ensure compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and employment regulations.
  • Ensure proper kitchen record keeping and administrative requirements, including food inventories and invoicing of food products.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant or events venue.
  • Demonstrated and verifiable track record of meeting projected costs.
  • Professional appearance and presentation required.
  • Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including MS Word/Excel/Outlook.
  • Maintains a current Food Handlers card and alcohol service permit if required by state or local government.
  • Working knowledge of employee scheduling in a hospitality environment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain certification in a nationally recognized sanitation program.
  • Technical proficiency and experience demonstrating verifiable knowledge of food preparation methods.
  • Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities, including co-workers, subordinates, guests, and purveyors in a variety of work situations.
  • Ability to develop results-oriented staff through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching, and counseling.
  • Ability to positively distribute responsibility to others to meet objectives and achieve desired results.
  • Ability to recognize problems and to creatively and expeditiously find solutions.
  • Ability to set priorities and use initiative; solid decision-maker.
  • Ability to be detail-oriented, multi-task, and effectively prioritize in a continuously changing environment.
  • Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule; able and willing to work nights, weekends, and long hours.

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