What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at Butch’s Dry Dock?
Company Description
BUTCH’s Dry Dock is an award winning restaurant located in downtown Holland, Michigan. BUTCH’s is family owned and operated and has been servicing the Holland community for 25 years.
Job Description
BUTCH’s Dry Dock embraces the craft, passion and discipline required for our vision by honoring traditional and current culinary flavors and techniques from all over the world mainly focusing on Western Europe. A highly personal and explorative culinary journey, a commitment to using the best ingredients from our local farms and purveyors and seeking to make every aspect of the guest experience impactful and memorable. The executive chef will demonstrate his/her skills in cultural proficiency, culinary creativity and leadership ability.
Responsibilities
o Development and execution of culinary company SOP’s
o Oversee purchasing and inventory of products
o Ensure company food cost goals are achieved
o Develop and maintain recipes, portion specifications and standard preparation procedures for all menu items, and ensure strict adherence by all culinary team members.
o Periodic inspection of all back of house areas, observe quality of food preparation and service, food appearance, cleanliness and sanitation of production areas, equipment and employee appearance.
o Manage daily performance of all back of house teams to exceed company standards and expectations.
o In partnership with the management team, establish annual budgets and capital expenditures.
o In partnership with the management team, establish appropriate staffing levels
o In partnership with the management team, recruit and hire of all back of house teams.
o In partnership with the management team, analyze period operating statements for strategic planning to drive profitability and assess financial well being of culinary operations.
Skills and Requirements
o Possess senior managerial experience as an executive sous chef, chef de cuisine or executive chef in upscale, high volume, fine cuisine restaurants.
o Experience with back of house administrative and managerial duties is a must.
o Knowledge of techniques, methods, tools and equipment used in preparing and cooking high quality food.
o Proven abilities teaching and mentoring kitchen team members.
o Strong communications and supervisory skills.
o Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where time is of the essence.
Perks
o Competitive Salary.
o Opportunity for careers growth and development.
o Employee discount on products.
o Great work environment and culture.
Additional Information
BUTCH’s Dry Dock is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. BUTCH’s Dry Dock invites all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities.