The Jay Group, Inc

Executive Chef

The Jay Group, Inc • $87K — $93K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Two+ years of post-high school education, preferably in culinary arts.
  • Five+ years of experience in a related kitchen management role.
  • Hotel experience is preferred, enhancing familiarity with hospitality standards.
  • Advanced knowledge of food management principles and practices.
  • Understanding of hotel operations, including budgeting and marketing.
  • Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop kitchen staff.
  • Effective communication skills, adaptable to various audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily kitchen operations across all areas, including outlets and banquets.
  • Manage kitchen staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversee food procurement, production, and presentation in a cost-effective manner.
  • Ensure kitchen maintenance and sanitation meet health and safety standards.
  • Develop and manage the kitchen budget, monitoring labor and food costs.
  • Create and implement menus that align with corporate guidelines and profitability goals.
  • Promote safety programs to minimize workplace liabilities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
  • Vision insurance through EyeMed.
  • Vacation, sick leave, and holiday time off for work-life balance.
  • Pet insurance available through the ASPCA.
  • Life insurance options, including supplemental and family coverage.
  • Short and long-term disability plans for financial security.
  • 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions and employee discounts.
Full Job Description
Compensation
Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $93,000.00

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? Yes

Overview

Plan and manage the kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Direct the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen including outlets, banquets, stewarding, and purchasing.
  • Manage Human Resources in the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe environment. Interview, hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, and discipline and terminate as appropriate.
  • Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective manner.
  • Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.
  • Develop, implement and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.
  • Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc...) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.
  • Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.


Qualifications and Skills
  • Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable.
  • Five+ years of employment in a related position.
  • Hotel experience preferred.
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.
  • Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
  • Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
  • Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.


Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

About The Jay Group, Inc

The Jay Group, Inc is a privately held company that provides retail services to clients in a variety of industries. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The Jay Group, Inc offers a range of services including inventory management, order fulfillment, and e-commerce solutions. The company serves clients in a variety of industries including fashion, beauty, and home goods. The Jay Group, Inc is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients and has a reputation for excellence in the retail industry.
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