Chef de Cuisine

Full-Time

Description

The Westmoreland CC is looking for a talented and creative Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary team. We offer competitive pay, a beautiful work environment, and numerous opportunities for growth and development. The goal of the Chef de Cuisine is to manage all aspects of culinary operations. The Chef de Cuisine will take council from the Executive Chef to create, implement menu and concepts, but the position is designed so that individuals will work in a manner that is consistent with true ownership.

Chef De Cuisine Responsibilities

• Act as senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
• Assume the role of liaison between all dining room operations and culinary staff
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
• Develop and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
• May manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisors
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis
• Participate in marketing events directly related to F&B.

Chef De Cuisine Requirements

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service
• Proficient in general computer knowledge
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast paced customer service environment
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Strong training and communication skills
• Attention to detail.
• High standards of excellence and ability to hold team accountable for high performing results.