Culinary Manager

Collegiate Hotel Group® is seeking a Kitchen Manager to join Graduate Evanston and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts. 

Job Duties And Responsibilities  

• Responsible for long- and short-term planning and day-to-day operations of the kitchen and related culinary departments.  

• Manage associates and managers in the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the employees while providing a safe environment; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles and discipline and terminate as appropriate.  

• Plan and manage the procurement, inventory, production, preparation, and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost effective manner.  

• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.  

• Develop, recommend, implement, and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.  

• Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc.) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.  

• Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses. 

• Act as a storyteller for our Brand, our Hotel, and its decor 

• Work with colleagues to deliver inspirational service 

• Any other job duties as assigned 

Education And Experience 

• More than two years of post-high school education 

• Bachelor's degree preferred 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a culinary leadership role  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities 

• Basic math skills  

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing  

• Strong leadership skills  

• Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members  

• Excellent time management skills  

Benefits/ Perks 

• Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay! 

• Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one! 

• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options 

• 401k plan + company match 

• Paid time off for eligible team members 

• Holiday pay/ paid holidays 

• Pet insurance 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Discounted hotel rooms 

• Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more! 

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process. 

*Collegiate Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.