What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at Crowne Plaza Knoxville?
Are you a dynamic and energetic culinary professional capable of leading a team and providing our guests with an exceptional dining experience? Our popular restaurant and banquet operation seeks a skilled executive chef who can create innovative menus and dishes, supervise all food leaving the kitchen, and ensure health and safety requirements are followed.
Our ideal candidate is not only responsible for the food but is a creative leader capable of hiring and developing exceptional culinary talent to provide diners with the highest levels of quality. Experience as an executive chef or a high-performing sous chef is required. Apply now if you're ready to bring your passion for food to our fantastic team!
Compensation:$70,000 - $80,000 yearly
Responsibilities:- Establish a collaborative environment for kitchen workers by educating recruits and hiring personnel that fit the corporate culture
- Combine diverse ingredients in a unique way to create new and distinctive menu items and specials
- Be responsible for the overall success of the daily culinary operations, with an emphasis on surpassing guest expectations while driving revenue and profit
- Supervise all food preparation in the kitchen, including procedures, portioning, garnishing, and ensure that all meals and dishes are attractively presented
- Control department costs that are under your management, such as food, supplies, uniforms, and equipment, and work with vendors to get the best products at a cost-effective price
- This role requires 7-8 years of culinary experience
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers
- Outstanding management abilities, as well as experience leading, inspiring, and building a team
- Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
- Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate
Knoxville's Premier Hotel. The Crowne Plaza Knoxville has consistently ranked in the top 10 of all Crowne Plazas in the Americas. Our newly renovated hotel boasts 195 well-appointed rooms and 15,000 sq ft of meeting space. We offer top amenities including our renowned Mahogany's Restaurant, The Library Bar, On and Off-Site Catering, and a two-story fitness facility. With our central location, our guests are only steps away from all that Downtown Knoxville has to offer.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
