Executive Chef

Join Florida Avenue Brewing Co. as a Full-Time Executive ChefTake the lead in a vibrant culinary environment within the beverage production industry. This onsite role offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your culinary training in a creative space where innovation meets excellence. With a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $85,000, plus potential for bonuses, you’ll have the chance to showcase your skills while contributing to a customer-focused and energetic team. You’ll be instrumental in crafting unique food pairings that enhance our beverages, all while enjoying the relaxed yet high-performance culture we cultivate in Wesley Chapel, Florida.You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, Unlimited Paid Time Off, Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, and Free Beer. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that respects and values your contributions. Apply now and elevate your culinary career in a fun and dynamic atmosphere.Florida Avenue Brewing Co. : Our MissionWe called ourselves Florida Avenue from the start for our location on one of Tampa's most notable roads. But with time and growth, that name has come to mean more to us and more to our people. We set out in 2010 with a mission to provide a memorable craft beer experience for anyone we met along the way and to represent the Sunshine State to all who walked through our doors. With each beer you enjoy, we want you to taste all this state has to offer, drink it in, and thirst for more. Throughout our state and beyond, we are Florida Avenue.Your day as a Executive ChefAs the Executive Chef at Florida Avenue Brewing Co. in Wesley Chapel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our culinary direction. This position encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, including overseeing all kitchen functions such as food purchasing, preparation, and quality maintenance. You will ensure that every dish is prepared to our high standards while training kitchen staff in essential cooking techniques and safety practices. Collaborating closely with leadership, you will develop and price innovative menu items, manage catering for private events, and maintain pristine kitchen conditions.Your leadership will foster a motivated kitchen team, where you will handle hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary actions. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your culinary expertise to a fun and dynamic atmosphere while ensuring excellence and consistency in all aspects of kitchen operations.Requirements for this Executive Chef jobTo thrive as the Executive Chef at Florida Avenue Brewing Co., you will need a robust skill set and relevant experience. A minimum of 5 years in kitchen management operations is essential, with preferred executive chef experience and at least 2 years in banquets or catering. Your ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities will be crucial in our dynamic kitchen environment. Candidates should be detail-oriented with strong communication skills, exhibiting an open availability for varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.A culinary degree is preferred, along with a ServSafe Manager food certification and a Cicerone Beer Server Certification to be obtained within 60 days of hire. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in a hot, wet, and loud environment, making stamina and resilience key attributes for success in this role.Knowledge and skills required for the position are:Experience and Skills:Minimum of 5 years of kitchen management operations experienceExecutive Chef experience preferredMinimum of 2 years experience in banquets and or catering operationsAbility to multitask and adjust to changing prioritiesAbility to work varied shifts predominately nights and weekendsAttention to detail and responsive communication skillsOpen availability including nights, weekends and holidaysEducation and Certification:Culinary degree is preferred but not requiredServSafe Manager food certification required within 60 days of hireCicerone Beer Server Certification within 60 days of hirePhysical Demands:Must be able to lift 50 lbs to shoulder height and push or pull 160 lbsMust be able to work on your feet for 10 hoursMust be able to crouch, bend, lift and reachMust be able to work in hot, wet and loud environmentWill you join our team?If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great We're excited to meet you