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Head Chef and Kitchen Leader

Catering by Michaels
Morton, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025
Senior Culinary Role:
Catering by Michaels is seeking a highly experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, developing customized menus and recipes, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and sanitation are maintained.

Main Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate must have a strong background in culinary arts, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in the hospitality industry. They should possess excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire their team members to achieve high levels of productivity and quality. The Executive Chef will also be responsible for managing food and labor costs, as well as maintaining accurate records and reports. Additionally, they will work closely with the sales department to develop new menus and menu items, and provide pricing information to ensure timely and profitable execution of events.

Key Skills and Qualifications:
This position requires a high degree of organizational and communication skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of financial management disciplines, including P&L analysis, budget design, and management. They will also possess a working knowledge of Spanish, with fluency preferred. Experience working with Galley recipe software is highly desirable but not required.

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