The Marcus Corporation

Executive Chef

The Marcus Corporation • $100K — $120K *
Pittsburgh, PA 15237In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Preferred degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management
  • Minimum of two years as an Executive Chef
  • Strong knowledge of food trends, menu development and costing
  • Ability to obtain ServSafe, CPR, and/or First Aid certification
  • Solid mathematical skills for budgeting
  • Basic computer skills for inventory and menu management

Responsibilities

  • Lead culinary operations for The Commoner and catering events
  • Participate in the reconcepting discussions for The Commoner
  • Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff
  • Foster team development and a respectful work environment
  • Implement new menus based on food trends and regional tastes
  • Collaborate with Marketing on events and promotions
  • Monitor kitchen operations during peak periods

Benefits

  • Hotel discounts at properties associated with Marcus Hotels & Resorts
  • Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts dining and recreational facilities
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance after 30 days
  • 401K with employer match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Opportunities for career growth and transfers within properties
Full Job Description
What will you be doing?
  • Lead the culinary operation of The Commoner, Banquets and Catering events and any other on-property or off-property events.
  • Actively participate in conversations about reconcepting The Commoner.
  • Interview, hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in the job functions of chefs, cooks and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs.
  • Listen actively and communicate clearly while interacting with internal and external customers to promote food products and direct staff activities.
  • Foster opportunities for the team to learn, grow and develop their abilities.
  • Collaborate with staff to create a culture and work environment founded on respect.
  • Lead and participate in ongoing service education through facilitating daily line-ups, regular team meetings and new back- and front-of-house training programs.
  • Review feedback from clients and associates, make judgements and take action to implement suggestions for improvement.
  • Drive overall F&B satisfaction scores and exceptional 3rd party reviews.
  • Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends, regional tastes and seasonal price fluctuations.
  • Develop innovative menu selections for special banquet themes and parties in accordance with client budgetary considerations and expectations. Confer with Director of Food and Beverage and Director of Catering regarding new selections and changes.
  • Actively collaborate with Marketing Manager on programming and activations on-property.
  • Represent the property in the community through media and special events, as needed.
  • Continuously strive to be special within the market.
  • Monitor outlets during peak periods to oversee production, flow and presentation.
  • Manage kitchen labor costs and food cost.
  • Support other property departments to ensure brand standards and offerings match the quality of The Commoner.
  • Build and maintain vendor relationships to secure high-quality products.
  • Audit food storeroom items, market sheets and storage to maintain consistent quality and ensure adherence to all health code requirements.
  • Enforce safety procedures and cleanliness throughout kitchen(s) including walk-ins and coolers. Oversee repairs, maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen facilities.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal rules and regulations.
  • Prepare all food items according to recipe specifications.
  • Establish and maintain effective associate relations. Ensure appropriate standards of conduct, dress, hygiene and appearance are maintained.
  • Perform other duties as requested by leadership.


What do you bring to the role?
  • High School Diploma or equivalent education required.
  • 2- or 4-year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred but not required.
  • Must have a minimum of two years prior experience as an Executive Chef.
  • Passionate about industry trends and techniques and knowledgeable of product, presentation, quality, preparation, menu development, recipe creation, food costing and people management.
  • Must be able to obtain certification in ServSafe, CPR and/or First Aid.
  • Considerable mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) in order to interpret reports and budgets.
  • Considerable knowledge of basic computer operations and software as it pertains to inventory control, menu creation, email, etc.
  • Willingness to work with Marketing and PR in the creation of campaigns, programming, special events and budgeting.
  • Ability to analyze data, forecast and make judgements to ensure proper payroll and production control.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills that foster positive working relationships with all teammates.
  • Ability to commit to 50+ hours / week.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English to comprehend and communicate job functions.
  • Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery.
  • Ability to grasp, lift, and/or carry, or otherwise move goods on a continuous schedule.
  • Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
  • Ability to stand, walk and/or sit continuously to perform essential functions for an extended period.
  • Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergencies; to distinguish product, taste, texture and presentation; to observe preparation.


What's in it for you?
  • Hotel discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and IHG-branded properties
  • Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing and spa
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment)
  • 401K with employer match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
  • And more!


Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

About The Marcus Corporation

The Marcus Corporation is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries. The company's lodging division, Marcus Hotels & Resorts, owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the United States. The company's entertainment division, Marcus Theatres, is the fourth largest theatre circuit in the United States and currently owns or operates 1,106 screens at 91 locations in 17 states. The Marcus Corporation was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Learn more about The Marcus Corporation
Size
10,000 employees
Market Cap
$445.7 million
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
Net Income
-$124.8 million
5 Year Trend
-4.4%
Revenue
$237.6 million
* Ladders Estimates

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