Executive Chef

American Golf Corporation • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

293d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Executive Chef is responsible for leading a team of staff to create culinary masterpieces for guests while successfully managing the restaurant kitchen. Executive Chefs lead a team of cooking staff and partner with other members of the front of house team to ensure guests receive their orders in a timely manner. The ideal candidate has previous experience working as a chef in a bustling, fast-paced restaurant, or entertainment setting.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef required
• Excellent oral communication skills required
• Advanced knowledge of culinary arts
• Multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to lead a team
• Must speak English fluently and be able to write in basic English
• Food Handlers Card

Nice To Haves

• Culinary school degree/diploma preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure food is of excellent quality and served in a timely manner
• Plan the menu while keeping in mind budget, and availability of seasonal ingredients
• Oversee all kitchen operations
• Coordinate kitchen staff and assist as required
• Train staff to prepare and cook all menu items
• Take stock of ingredients and equipment, and place orders to replenish stock
• Enforce safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen
• Create new recipes to keep the menu fresh
• Keep up to date with industry trends
• Inform wait staff about daily specials or shortages
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Receive feedback and making improvements where necessary
• Train new kitchen staff
• Follow all national, state, and local safety, health, and sanitation guidelines as specified by the venue
• Performs other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: High school or GED