Executive Chef - St John's - Relocatable

Blue Shock Executive Search, established in 2003, excels in recruiting top-tier candidates across the restaurant, hospitality, and food service-related sectors. As industry leaders, we forge connections between exceptional talent and leading employers in Canada and the US.At Blue Shock Executive Search, we don't just find talent; we craft success stories. As your dedicated career architects, our focus is on connecting you with the perfect opportunities that align with your skills and aspirations. We're passionate about propelling your career forward, ensuring that the next step you take is not just a job but a fulfilling journey. Partner with us, and let's build your success story together.Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we are on the hunt for talented, driven, and caring individuals to become a part of our Leadership Team. With the opportunity to help lead the culinary operations in the restaurant, including developing leaders and team members, learning to maintain a positive and upbeat atmosphere, and managing profitability; we are here to train, mentor and develop you, while supporting your life goals. Our menu, continuously developed by our Concept Chef, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working with the Regional Chef, some of your responsibilities will include:
Executing menu items according to company specifications in both prep and line areas Direct culinary operations on a shift basis under the guidance of the Chef to ensure a clean, organized, and successful kitchen with a focus on fresh ingredients and quality control.To direct and control the Culinary Operations of the restaurant at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by our company Managing sales and profit budgets developed by you and your Regional Chef. To maximize long-term profitability through excellent leadership. This includes, but is not limited to maintaining high morale within your team and executing/driving excellence in food quality, food preparation, cleanliness and the ongoing skills of your crew and management within the kitchen. Consistent attention to developing others. Being part of hiring process, including training, scheduling for multiple positions. Inventory and inventory management. Expert scheduling. Managing and submitting periodic weekly and monthly reporting regarding labor cost, food cost, etc.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Previous leadership experience in a full-service premium casual dining restaurant concept. Proven leadership skills: desire to develop and motivate the people around you to always be their best. Energetic and positive. Excellent culinary production skills. Able to provide consistent culinary and leadership direction during high revenue periods. You thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Committed to being inclusive and embracing diversity. Providing leadership, training and ongoing morale for a large culinary crew. Identifying skill and leadership potential in your crew and developing those exceptional individuals into management roles within our company. Full kitchen execution and managing quality assurance during high revenue periods.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Previous experience managing a large culinary team in a high volume, fast paced environment. Previous experience managing the culinary team of a Premium Casual or Fine Dining restaurant. Food Safe Certified. Red Seal Certified is an asset. Experience with projection and management of inventory, food cost, labour, variable costs, prep charts, other.
OTHER KEY ATTRIBUTES:
Highly organized. Personal commitment to continuous improvement. Ambassadorship - Complete understanding and belief in company philosophy. Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions in stressful situations. A positive, outgoing personality. High energy and motivated.
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