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As a seasoned Executive Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment. You will manage and direct the activities of chefs, cooks, and other kitchen staff, promoting efficient and profitable food service.

• Oversee food preparation, portioning, and garnishing to meet high standards.
• Plan menus and manage food surpluses and seasonal ingredients to optimize profitability.
• Control food costs through effective portioning and purchasing, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure adherence to ServSafe, sanitation, and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and healthy work environment.
• Train and integrate new kitchen staff into the team, promoting a culture of excellence.
• Create and test new recipes, establish menu prices, and uphold nutritional and safety standards.
• Assign and supervise cleaning schedules for kitchen, serving, and dining areas, maintaining a high level of cleanliness.
• Manage kitchen supplies and foodstuff requisitions, ensuring timely delivery and minimizing waste.
• Maintain adherence to culinary programs and standards, staying up-to-date with industry trends.

• Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or 1-2 years of related experience and/or training; Culinary Degree strongly encouraged.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
• Desirable Experience:
  • Multi-unit, high volume, and complex foodservice operations.
  • Institutional and batch cooking experience.
• Skills: Hands-on chef experience, comprehensive knowledge of food trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, Email, and the Internet.
• Certifications: ServSafe certification highly desirable.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Comprehensive training and support.

Eurest is an equal opportunity employer, committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.