Head Chef

Our client is a premier hotel in the heart of Dayton, Ohio’s central business and cultural hub, a lively area for both business and leisure activities. Our client combines a modern sophisticated cuisine with exceptional hospitality. Their Restaurant and Culinary Program will be a cornerstone of the Hotel project and their guests' experience, combining exceptional cuisine, effortless sophistication and impeccable service in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Head Chef to lead their culinary team and elevate our client's dining offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culinary Leadership: Lead and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Menu Development: Design and update menus with a focus on creativity, seasonality, and guest preferences.
• Specialty Focus: Expertise with both Japanese and Italian culinary traditions, bringing a unique, globally inspired perspective to the menu.
• Experience with Tasting Menus: Experience in curating and designing tasting menus for unique dining experiences.
• Operations Management: Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Inventory Control: Manage food inventory, ordering, and stock rotation to minimize waste and control costs.
• Quality Control & Consistency: Ensure that all dishes are executed to the highest standards of quality, presentation, and taste. Consistently monitor food preparation processes, portion control, and presentation to ensure the utmost consistency for guests
• Team Management: Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Collaboration & Communication: Foster strong communication between the kitchen and front-of-house teams, ensuring that guest needs are met, feedback is shared, and operations run smoothly.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the kitchen budget, including cost control, pricing strategies, and financial reporting.
• Guest Relations: Interact with guests to gather feedback and ensure a memorable dining experience.
• Special Event Coordination: Work with the restaurant’s management team to plan, create, and execute special events, private dinners, and catering for large groups. Participate in menu planning for exclusive events and tastings, ensuring all offerings align with guest expectations and hotel standards.
• Innovation: Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into the menu.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Exceptional culinary skills, with a focus on creativity and presentation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Financial acumen and experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

While our client currently does not offer traditional benefits such as health insurance or retirement plans, they believe in rewarding their employees fairly and competitively. In place of standard benefits, they are open to offering additional compensation and/or incentives that align with the unique needs and preferences of their employees. This can include, but is not limited to, performance-based bonuses, flexible working hours, and other financial incentives.

Our client is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment and will work with successful candidates to ensure they are compensated in a way that reflects their contributions and dedication to their company.

How to Apply:

Our client requests that all applications be completed electronically to ensure a streamlined and efficient process. Please refrain from visiting their physical location to apply, as they are unable to accept in-person applications.

Be sure to upload your resume. Our client appreciates your cooperation and look forward to reviewing your application.

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