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Position Summary

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the TAO/Beauty & Essex culinary department in order to maintain the quality standards set by Tao Group Hospitality (TGH). The Executive Chef is actively involved in all aspects of the kitchen including staff development, menu creation, safety and sanitation maintenance, and food preparation quality.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for menu concepts, costs and production, training of personnel, discipline, health and sanitation standards and product specifications
• Oversees recipes and procedures remain consistent with TAO standards
• Oversees and defines the procedures for opening and closing the restaurant
• Oversees all kitchen operations to maintain the quality and accuracy regarding food preparation and standards
• Manages and develops kitchen management by setting clear guidelines and expectation
• Reviews staffing levels to meet service, operational and financial objectives
• Oversees the purchasing and receiving of goods to maintain and produce high-quality products
• Focuses on safety and sanitation to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Analyzes budgets and costs associated with food selections to ensure maximum productivity and profit
• Assists with the yearly preparation of the operating and capital budgets
• Other duties and responsibilities as appropriate for the position
  
  

Secondary Duties And Responsibilities

• Works with Restaurant Managers to develop training for all staff
• Develops and produces recipes for specials
• Oversees the training programs for all kitchen staff
• Acts a liaison between front and back of house team members including management
• Provides reporting to the corporate chef and culinary director
• Maintains cleanliness of the Chefs’ office
• Participates in all management meetings for front and back of house team
  
  

Minimum Education And Qualifications

• Associates’ Degree, a Culinary Degree or a formal apprenticeship program
• Eight years of supervisory experience as an Executive Chef in a high volume, hospitality related Food and Beverage operation
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of culinary disciplines as well as a working knowledge of various cultures and languages
• Must have a thorough knowledge of cost factors
• Experience in food and beverage administration, planning budgeting, menu planning and cost analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
• In lieu of a Degree and previously mentioned experience, seven years of experience as an Executive Chef and four years of supervisory experience may be considered
  
  

Competencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:

• Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Mohegan Sun budget planning and analysis process
• Effective utilization of Mohegan Sun evaluation programs
• Thorough understanding of the Mohegan Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) as it relates to employment
  
  

Training Requirements

• Mohegan Sun CER and purchasing procedures
• Knowledge of Time and Attendance systems as well as Manager Self Service
• SMART training alcohol awareness
• Must attend all appropriate Human Resources Training classes
• Must develop a thorough knowledge of culinary disciplines and cost factors (labor, food, etc.)
• Thorough knowledge of operational policies with regard to hours of operation, types of menus offered and restaurant concepts
  
  

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Fast paced kitchen environment
• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours
  
  

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.

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