Harwood Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef for its Happiest Hour location in Dallas, TX. The Executive Chef will oversee all aspects of the restaurant kitchen, including operational duties and financial responsibilities, and will be responsible for providing leadership and management of kitchen staff. The role requires a creative and experienced chef who can develop and grow the product and profitability of food items.
Requirements
- Schedule and coordinate the work of the chef, cooks, and other kitchen employees
- Supervise all cooking operations, including methods, portions, and garnishing
- Plan meals and develop cost menus
- Approve the requisition of product and other necessary food supplies
- Ensure the high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are always maintained throughout the kitchen areas
- Train and educate kitchen staff on new techniques, dishes, and develop current skills
- Menu design and direct food preparation, production, and control for all dinner, private events, off-site events, etc.
- Ensure exceptional quality of all ingredients, preparation, and plating of food items
- Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control
- Coordinate the selection, training, coaching, development, motivation, and evaluation of kitchen employees
- Monitor and maintain use of safe food handling procedures as well as a safe working environment
- Procurement and deliveries
- Finance, Cost Control & Budgeting
- Sanitation and Equipment’s
- Meetings & Communication
- Attire, language, and behavior
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Team-oriented work environment
