What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at Nova Hospitality?
We are currently seeking not just an Executive Chef to join us, but a passionate leader to be part of our growing and evolving group. You will be part of creating a place where our teams are happy at work, a place where we collaborate and care about one another. You will lead and support a team that takes ownership and care in creating and delivering a meaningful guest experience.
The Executive Chef will be present during service hours, working side by side with the teams. The standards are high and commitment is a priority.
We offer a competitive salary, generous cost sharing for Medical, Dental, Vision, bonus opportunities, paid time off and parking.
What To Expect:
- You will select and develop recipes; execute pre established recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality and establish/uphold presentation technique and quality standards
- Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced- daily line checks and quality control
- Establishes result oriented objectives for the culinary team and kitchen operations
- Ensures the profitability and successful operation of the kitchen
- Controls direct labor costs associated with the kitchen staff-creates weekly schedules, ensuring productivity levels are maximized through the effective utilization of all colleagues and providing hands-on support as required
- Plan and price menus independently and in a collaborative group setting
- Develop recipes and portion specifications in accordance with venue brand, product specifications, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary standards
- Collaborate with multiple departments for marketing, special events and catering with attention to deadlines and participation in meeting group objectives
Being Part of the Team
- Come to work not to just work, but be part of a community
- Not afraid to change or innovate
- Committed to learning all about the food and beverage we offer
- Comfortable with receiving feedback and brave enough to deliver it
- Living in the “We” and not always the “I or Me”
- Sometimes being in the weeds and ready to help each other clear a path
- Dedicated to learning and understanding
- We lead with gratitude
- You take responsibility and not leave it to others
- Genuine care for others
- You are kind
- You say 'thank you' a lot
You Should Have
- Proven ability to estimate food consumption and requisition accordingly
- Experience and know how to use systems and software for kitchen operations, PNL review, order planning and scheduling
- Must be able to curate, price and prepare selected items for large scale events and private dining groups
- Proven record of management of kitchen activities
- Good at solving issues quickly and effectively
- Three to five years of progressive culinary or Executive Chef experience, depending upon formal degree or training
