Executive Chef, Pastry Restaurants & Production

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Executive Chef will be fully responsible for developing the reputation of the resort through the production of excellent quality food throughout the resort, as well as training of staff, supporting supply management, and maintaining F&B budget. The Executive Chef will oversee the operational management of all kitchens, outlets, and Members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary :

• Design creative, quality menu items based on market segments and brand standards
• Select and develop corresponding recipes and educate and train Members on appropriate execution and presentation of all dishes
• Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Responsible for leading the team to achieve the operational and financial goals of the department
• Owns department execution of F&B and / or company-wide initiatives and programs
• Oversight of inventory management of recipes, inventory, and supply management
• Set and maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation, and cleanliness within all areas of the kitchens to retain score of “A” on all FSS audits and Health Department
• Oversee inventory of stations, control quality of food, avoid waste, and ensure proper rotation and utilization
• Responsible for design and execution of policies, operating procedures, pricing initiatives, training programs, directives, menus, rules, and regulations for Members
• Oversight of completion of all food compliance training
• Interacts with internal / external guests to ensure satisfaction and product quality
• Partner closely with Sales team to develop event menu packages
• Reviews BEOs to ensure that orders executed upon
• Collaborate with divisional Directors, Managers, and F&B staff to ensure a seamless execution of product delivery between kitchens inclusive of time standards, recipe specifications, and quality
• Maintains excellent knowledge of property’s food & beverage products, menu items, and equipment used to perform duties
• Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added to or modified as deemed necessary

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will supervise all Food and Beverage Members.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Fontainebleau Las Vegas is committed to ensuring an inclusive space and sense of belonging for our Members. We believe our workforce should reflect the vast diversity of the communities we serve, and that diverse voices should be intentionally integrated into our work. We foster a culture of difference and diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, while actively striving for inclusive behaviors across our Company. By promoting these values and continuously pushing for better, we aim to create a positive work environment that encourages equality, inclusion, empowerment, and respect.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Member must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state, and local regulations.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in English may also be required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Member is regularly required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle or utilize objects, tools, or controls. The Member frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision.

The Member must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Member could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted secondhand tobacco smoke.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Fontainebleau Las Vegas believes in developing and supporting our talent into the future. Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented Members who are the driving force behind the Company's success. We strive to provide market-competitive compensation. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skill set, considering a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as internal equity and market data alignment.

In alignment with our Company culture, we will strive to communicate openly about the goals of the Company and the design of the compensation program. The compensation process is designed to be fair and simple so that all Members and managers understand the Company's goals and future career development opportunities for upward mobility.