Executive Chef

Full-Time

Description

The Executive Chef will drive the strategic direction of culinary functions, encompassing a combination of banquet kitchen and outlets, . They are responsible for leading the culinary leadership team in achieving the operational and financial goals of the culinary operation; monitoring the performance, scheduling and training of the staff; maintaining the facilities in accordance with Marriott service standards; and ensuring high customer satisfaction and an exceptional dining experience. All duties are performed in accordance to company policies and procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead execution of all Food & Beverage Strategic Initiatives that impact culinary team members and ensure sustainability of initiatives. Collaborate with the F&B Manager on initiatives, programs or concepts as needed.
• Oversee the implementation and execution of policies, operating procedures, training programs, directives, menus, work schedules, rules and regulations for the culinary staff.
• Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel and coach the culinary team for the efficient operation of outlets and departments. Drive employee engagement through coaching, training, and development.
• Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer satisfaction of the individual outlets, to recommend and provide feedback on new menu opportunities whenever a change in demand, customer dissatisfaction, or a change in competitive environment requires such change.
• Utilize resources to drive profits, manage labor, and control expenses.
• Perform other job - related duties as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or course certification from an accredited Culinary Institute, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• At least three years of experience in the direction and management of employees in a culinary environment
• Intermediate to advanced level computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

PREFERRED:

• Previous leadership experience working in a similar hotel setting

Our excellent benefits package includes:

-Medical (two options) with vision

-Dental

-401(k) with 4% company match

-Voluntary Critical Illness

-Voluntary Accident Insurance

-Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity

-Voluntary Term Life Insurance (self, spouse/domestic partner, and children)

-Short-Term Disability

-Long-Term Disability

AND:

-Paid time off (vacation, sick, and holiday)

-Free lunch/ stipend

-Free uniforms

-Free non-slip shoes (two free pair per year!)

-Progressive fun workplace

-Positive associate relations

-Associate recognition and events, incentives and rewards monthly

-Ongoing training

-Education assistance

-Major hotel discounts at over 7,000 hotels worldwide

-Other company discounts

Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to yadira.delgado@sheratonuptown.com or call 505 349-8024 to let us know the nature of your request.

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