Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 11 miles from Yorba Linda
The Executive Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective management of all food & beverage outlets working alongside the VP and/or Director of Food & Beverage within all areas of the park(s) and reinforcing the KBF and Six Flags Goals and Expectations of Quality. Is responsible for overall management of the kitchens, including supervising activities of cooks, coordinating and actively participating in Special event operations and monitoring food and labor costs. Coordinates and controls the total function of the kitchen pertaining to safety, sanitation, food production and quality assurance within the parks.
Salary details: $103,200 - $137,600/yr. based on experience
Responsibilities:
Hands-on management of day-to-day operations of all food outlet kitchens. Implements and enforces all departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Assures staff compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures. Manage all key culinary associates, i.e., Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks through planning and scheduling of work assignments and performance development.
Oversee inventory of food products and coordinates product ordering and receiving within corporate specifications. Maintain clean and orderly kitchens to comply with State and local Health Department regulations.
Performs regularly scheduled product testing of food items to ensure consistency of ingredient profiles, product specification, product presentation, and quality are present. Provides training and development to all culinary staff including Sous Chefs, Managers and Supervisors, to maintain the highest standard of production and food quality. Ensures associate performance is properly managed, utilizing all appropriate means including training, coaching, counseling and discipline.
Administers Corrective Counseling process, training and development, appraisals, payroll accountability Acts as role model. Plan menus, catering packages, and daily specials maintaining financial responsibility for the menu mix. Analyze menu and food costs and the preparation of cost and quality efficient menus/specials.
Provide leadership to their key culinary leaders that enforce break and meal periods to subordinates in compliance with park, state, and/or federal guidelines. Creates scheduling for all Central Kitchen associates, ensures time and attendance requirements in accordance with scope of position expectations.
Delegates weekly inventory of main central kitchen. Creates requisitioning and purchasing reports within corporate specifications. Maintains effective vendor relationships.
Prepares, receives, and reviews various records and reports including food bid sheets, budget/reprojections, operations reports, cost of sales reports, invoices, schedules, labor reports, POS report, waste sheets, safety reports, performance. Then provides guidance to adjust as needed based on reports.
Prepare reports regarding food and menu analysis. Prepare annual budgeting and ensure all fiscal responsibilities are met. Oversees inventory management to assure all outlets par levels are adequately always supplied.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree / vocational or technical school, emphasis in Culinary Arts / Food & Beverage preferred.
Preferred certifications: ServSafe manager and ServSafe alcohol.
At least 8-10 years or experience as an Executive Chef preferred.
At least 5+ years of prior leadership/management experience overseeing a large group.
Ability to successfully complete required department certifications.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Proficient in computer skills and software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Recipe costing and writing.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
Sous Chef
Sous Chef Job 21 miles from Yorba Linda
RH is seeking a Sous Chef to join our team in providing world-class guest experiences while taking great care of our equipment and facilities. Your Responsibilities
Live Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every day
Assume the role and responsibilities of the Executive Chef when not present
Constantly monitor hospitality areas to ensure they are kept clean, safe and code compliant
Support strategic research and development initiatives
Recruit the right talent for our ever-changing business and conduct pre-employment interviews
Lead, train, and conduct in-the-moment coaching to professionally develop Kitchen associates
Contribute to daily confidential Leader Notes log with record of associate, training, service, and food issues dealt with during shift
Embrace an ever-changing business, and deliver top results no matter the obstacle
Our Requirements
2+ years of relevant experience in Hospitality industry
Maintain proper food certifications specific to State Laws
Advanced knife skills
Ability to work independently and with all levels of leadership in a fast paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Team player with enthusiastic outlook and creative mind
Strong decision-making abilities
Our Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work standing and walking for extended periods of time
About Us
RH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.
At RH, we are committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role.
Lead Pastry Chef
Sous Chef Job 23 miles from Yorba Linda
A'SMORE, a luxury plant-based macaron brand, is seeking a passionate and highly skilled Lead Pastry Chef to join our growing team in Los Angeles. If you have a passion for creating exquisite vegan desserts and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities:
Expertly execute all stages of macaron production, from mixing and baking to filling and finishing.
Prepare high-quality plant-based ganaches, glazes, and fillings.
Maintain rigorous quality control standards.
Plan and manage daily production schedules.
Oversee workflow and ensure efficient production processes.
Manage inventory and ordering of raw materials.
Provide guidance and training to assistant pastry chefs.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Pastry Chef with a strong emphasis on macaron production.
Demonstrated technical expertise in pastry techniques.
Experience with inventory management and ordering procedures.
Strong understanding of production scheduling.
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently.
Passion for vegan baking.
Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly growing company.
Be part of an innovative and passionate team.
Make a positive impact in the vegan food industry.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 34 miles from Yorba Linda
About Castaway:
Castaway, Burbank is an award-winning restaurant and special event space renowned for its sweeping views of Los Angeles and its commitment to delivering a unique dining experience where everyone feels like a star, and every seat is magic. Within Castaway, guests can discover The Green Room, an exclusive speakeasy-style cocktail lounge offering a seductive atmosphere with cinematic-themed cocktails and elevated food. The Green Room provides an immersive, intimate experience, perfect for those seeking an unforgettable night out.
Castaway has been featured in the prestigious “Top 100 Independents” list by Restaurant Magazine, generating an impressive $27MM in sales volume, and named Best Steakhouse, Scenic Views, and Most Booked by OpenTable in 2024.
Our exceptional, seasonally inspired menu tells a story with every bite, featuring premium steaks & chops, an exquisite raw bar, bold shareable options, and more. We pride ourselves on our show-stopping service, and we're always searching for talented professionals to take our hospitality to new heights.
Competitive Benefits:
Industry-leading compensation plus bonus program
Comprehensive Health Plans that include, a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HAS for yourself and dependents.
Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
401k with annual employer match after 12 months (ER match 25% of the first 5% contribution)
Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
Monthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.
Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
What You'll Do:
Culinary Leadership: Develop and execute an innovative and seasonal menu that aligns with Castaway's reputation for excellence, catering to both à la carte dining and large-scale events.
High-Volume Expertise: Ensure seamless execution during peak service hours in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
Special Events Excellence: Oversee the design and preparation of menus for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions, maintaining exceptional quality and attention to detail.
Team Management: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and efficiency.
Operational Excellence: Manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness.
Budget & Cost Control: Monitor food costs, labor budgets, and inventory to maximize profitability while maintaining premium standards.
Guest Experience: Collaborate with the front-of-house and events teams to deliver memorable dining and banquet experiences that exceed guest expectations.
What You'll Bring:
Proven extensive experience as an Executive Chef or above in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or hospitality environment.
Experience as a Chef managing BOH operations at a venue brining in a minimum of 10MM in F&B revenue is highly preferred.
Extensive banquet and catering experience, with a demonstrated ability to design and execute menus for large-scale events.
A culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
Expertise in menu development, food trends, and presentation techniques.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, control costs, and analyze performance metrics.
Passion for sustainability, seasonal ingredients, and innovative culinary techniques.
The ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.
Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is partnering with a prestigious luxury hotel on the California coast near Los Angeles to source an Executive Chef who will lead and elevate the hotel's culinary program. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary chef to shape a coastal-inspired fine dining experience, oversee multiple F&B outlets, and drive culinary excellence in one of the most stunning destinations in Southern California.
The Executive Chef will be responsible for developing seasonal menus, leading a high-performing culinary team, and maintaining Forbes Five-Star standards while curating a refined yet approachable dining experience that complements the hotel's oceanfront setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Culinary Leadership & Menu Development: Create and execute seasonal, locally inspired menus across the hotel's signature restaurant, casual dining outlets, in-room dining, and banquet operations.
Operational Excellence: Oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring seamless service execution, efficiency, and cost controls.
Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a highly skilled culinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Banquet & Catering Operations: Design bespoke catering menus for private events, weddings, and high-profile gatherings, ensuring an exceptional luxury dining experience.
Sustainability & Vendor Relations: Build strong relationships with local farmers, fisheries, and purveyors to enhance sustainability efforts and ingredient quality.
Financial & Cost Management: Maintain budget oversight, analyze food costs, labor efficiencies, and revenue projections to ensure profitable operations.
Guest Experience & Brand Alignment: Collaborate with the F&B and Marketing teams to enhance the guest experience through chef-driven activations, partnerships, and culinary events.
Compliance & Safety Standards: Ensure all kitchen operations align with local health codes, safety regulations, and best practices in food safety and sanitation.
Qualifications:
7+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or high-end resort.
Expertise in coastal cuisine, seafood-forward menus, and farm-to-table dining concepts.
Strong leadership skills with experience in team development, training, and performance management.
In-depth knowledge of high-volume banquet operations, kitchen design, and cost control strategies.
Proven ability to curate exceptional guest dining experiences, collaborating with front-of-house and beverage teams.
Culinary degree preferred; ServSafe certification or equivalent required.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 39 miles from Yorba Linda
You have passion for what you do. You like working as a team and be part of a family. It's not work when you love what you do. Come join us as an Executive Chef and see where your career will take you!!!
Key Purpose
The Executive Chef is responsible for all back of the house elements and supports all cafes on campus at the ISS Guckenheimer operated facility to ensure client and guest satisfaction. The Executive Chef will ensure ISS Guckenheimer best practices are being followed in order to uphold our high-quality standards. This position will assist the General Manager in achieving financial success of the company through the implementation of all culinary best practices, guidelines, policies, and SOPs dictated by ISS Guckenheimer.
The general responsibilities of the position are listed below, but ISS Guckenheimer may identify additional responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ from account to account, depending on the business needs and client requirements.
Success Criteria
Monitor and ensure:
Kitchen organization and cleanliness provides a safe environment for all employees and guest
Workplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
Food Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
Menu guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
Products are labeled accurately according to the labeling SOP
All HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
All internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
Maintain a consistent passing score on your internal audit each quarter
Ensure immediate corrective actions are given, and documented when workplace safety and sanitation guidelines, policies, and procedures are not being followed
Procurement Integrity Index scores are complaint with our Key Performance Indicators
Ideal Candidate Experience
Passion for customer service
Positive attitude
Dependable
Ability to communicate effectively
ServSafe certified or ability to become ServSafe certified
Graduate of an accredited Culinary institution preferred
Experience in operating a successful restaurant or corporate dining facility
Key Accountabilities
Utilize NetMenu to create seasonal, regionally inspired, plant forward recipes and menus with a minimum of 2 weeks available in the system at all times.
Communicate the budget and support each Cafe lead in maintaining
All Menu offerings follow cafe specific, client approved programming as well as core program standards
Ensuring all menus and recipes are accurately and efficiently prepared, cooked, and portioned for various meal periods to include but not limited to, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events.
Maintain accurate production records both pre and post service
Accurately prepare recipes using cooking techniques as outlined by ISS Guckenheimer
Ensure the highest quality of food is served
Utilize NetMenu Order Worksheets to purchase the appropriate amount of ingredients for preparation
Always provide the highest quality of service in accordance with ISS/Guckenheimer standards
Ensure employees have appropriate equipment, inventory, and resources to perform their jobs duties and meet goals in a timely manner
Notify management when there are any ingredient discrepancies/availability, food/equipment safety, or any other situation that requires management attention
Ensure that all required NetMenu applications are maintained and accurately functioning, to provide historical data to the broader leadership team
Attend and participate in culinary leadership team meeting to provide feedback and to communicate areas of support needed as well as victories
All company guidelines, SOPs, and policies are followed daily and initiatives are properly communicated and followed by employees
All ISS/GEI procurement purchasing guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
Procurement Integrity Index scores are complaint with our Key Performance Indicators
Ensure Inventory is taken and documented monthly
Inspect that all products in BOH are labeled properly according to the Labeling SOP
Is the final decision maker for all new back of house team members
Lead in all aspects of culinary training and validation as directed by Food Excellence/L&D
Responsible for training and development of BOH employees in NetMenu, all operational standards, food safety, and workplace safety
Support GM with all team members Personal Development Plans, Mid-Year and End of Year Reviews
Ensure proper documentation and corrective actions is taken when necessary
Align with General Manger on all financial initiatives and targets through maintaining budget in - food, labor, and operating costs
Support GM in keeping accurate financial records in - food, labor, operating costs to provide historical data in variance calls
Support GM in consistently meeting financial goals and expectations set by the Area Manager
Responsible for all catered events this includes but not limited to, ensuring all operational standards and Catering guidelines are followed, coordinate service with Catering Dept, delivery and display set up of all events in a timely manner, NetMenu recipe based high quality food, workplace safety, food safety, and following our contracted event costing requirements
May perform other duties and responsibilities as needed
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet, excluding breaks
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code
Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods
As a global organization ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and positively influence the market wherever we operate.
Product Development Chef
Sous Chef Job 8 miles from Yorba Linda
Our client, a prominent leader in the food manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Product Development Chef to join their team. This role involves developing and refining food and beverage products, enhancing existing recipes, and supporting the scaling of production processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid culinary background, experience in food manufacturing, and a strong understanding of flavor development and recipe creation.
This Role Offers:
Competitive base salary and great benefits package - medical, dental, 401(k), and more!
Tuition Reimbursement to help you grow professionally.
Generous PTO package along with paid holidays to relax and recharge.
Collaborative and positive company culture that values teamwork, creativity, and employee growth and well-being.
Focus:
Develop, test, and refine recipes, starting with basic bases and adjusting for desired flavor, texture, and presentation.
Experiment with different flavor profiles and ingredients to create new products or improve existing ones.
Work closely with production, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to ensure recipes are scalable and meet quality standards.
Contribute to the optimization of manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Ensure all new products adhere to food safety, health, and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, HACCP).
Conduct sensory evaluations and tasting panels to refine recipes and meet customer expectations.
Scale recipes from the kitchen environment to large-scale production, maintaining quality and consistency.
Travel as needed for product development, testing, and cross-functional collaboration.
Skill Set:
2-3 years of experience in a culinary field or kitchen environment, with a focus on recipe development and flavor profiling.
At least 1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or product development, with an understanding of scaling recipes for production.
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredient functionality, and food science principles.
Ability to adjust recipes on the fly to optimize flavor, texture, and overall quality.
Familiarity with food safety standards (e.g., FDA, HACCP).
Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills to work across departments.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
Willingness to travel as needed for product development and testing.
Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred but not required.
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Gelato Chef - High-End Gelato Shop (Rapidly Growing Business)
Sous Chef Job 25 miles from Yorba Linda
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Gelato Chef to join our high-end gelato shop in Riverside, CA. As a rapidly growing company, we need someone who is not only passionate about crafting exceptional desserts but who is also reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive in helping us build a strong foundation for our business.
This role is critical to our success. Our Gelato Chef will be responsible for maintaining the quality, consistency, and excellence that define our brand. You will work closely with the management team to refine recipes, ensure smooth kitchen operations, and contribute to the innovation of new flavors and specialty pastries.
Responsibilities:
Gelato & Pastry Production: Prepare high-quality gelato and specialty pastries following precise recipes.
Ingredient Management: Ensure all ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and measured accurately for consistent results.
Kitchen Organization & Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace according to food safety regulations.
Equipment Handling: Operate and maintain gelato machines, mixers, ovens, and freezers to ensure efficiency and longevity.
Recipe Development: Work closely with the owner and the Head Chef Maximiliano to refine and innovate new flavors that align with our brand vision.
Quality Control: Monitor texture, taste, and presentation to ensure the highest standard for every batch produced.
Collaboration: Support front-of-house staff when needed and contribute to team success in this critical early stage of the business.
Qualifications:
1+ years of kitchen or pastry experience (Gelato, ice cream, or bakery experience preferred)
Reliable, detail-oriented, and disciplined-we need someone we can count on!
Passionate about gelato and pastry-making with an eagerness to learn and grow with us
Strong work ethic and ability to handle fast-paced kitchen environments
Able to lift up to 40 lbs and work efficiently with frozen products
Team player with a positive, problem-solving attitude
Food Manager Certificate (preferred, but not required-we'll train you!)
Why Join Us?
Be part of a rapidly growing business-this is your chance to shape the future of our shop!
FREE training is provided-learn from the best and refine your skills.
Work with premium, high-end ingredients to create world-class gelato and pastries.
This is a stable, full-time opportunity with the potential for career growth.
Also:
Pay: $18 - $20/hr + tips
FREE hands-on training provided
Food Manager Certificate is a plus
This is not just a job, it's an opportunity to be part of something big. We are building a brand that will stand out in the high-end gelato space, and we need a chef we can trust to help us succeed from day one.
Location: Riverside, CA (In-person)
Shifts: Full-time & flexible availability required
Sushi Chef for a couple days
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
We are currently developing our upcoming restaurant and need a sushi chef to help us with menu development. We will be renting out a kitchen for a couple days and need the chef during that time.
Role Description
We will need a chef who is very familiar with crispy rice, and is willing to experiment on making new kind of food.
Qualifications
Food Preparation and Cooking skills
Hygiene knowledge
Culinary Skills, particularly in seafood
Experience working as a Sushi Chef
Ability and understanding how to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail
Certification from a culinary school is beneficial
Catering Chef
Sous Chef Job 21 miles from Yorba Linda
Hourly Wage
ISS offers a competitive compensation package including Benefits, Paid Time Off, and a starting hourly salary based on experience.
Key Purpose
Produce food for catering that is visually appealing, tastes great and adheres to Guckenheimer standards. Prepare, deliver, attractively arrange buffet and other catering equipment needed for setup.
Success Criteria
● Passion for customer service
● Positive attitude
● Dependable
● Ability to communicate effectively
Ideal Candidate Experience
● Must be able to correctly and safely use standard kitchen equipment. Chefs' knives, Convection ovens, meat and cheese slicing machines, steamers, mandolins, grills, and broilers.
● Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for food preparation.
● Must have knowledge of standard catering presentation techniques.
● Job requires skills to organize scheduled work to insure on time deliveries.
● Valid driver's license and driving experience
● Possess ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handlers Card
Key Accountabilities
● Prepare hot and cold foods per customer orders as required.
● Season and prepare food according to recipes and experience.
● Use ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
● Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to patrons.
● Substitute for or assist other pantry employees during emergencies or rush periods.
● Wash, peel, cut, and produce meats and vegetables to utilize for cold food production.
● Present food attractively on platters.
● Deliver completed catering orders in a timely manner.
● Follow all safety rules and actively prevent accidents.
● Commitment to the service values and ethics of the client company.
● Comply with all ServSafe and HACCP programs and principles.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
● Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet, excluding breaks.
● Must be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs.
● Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code.
● Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods.
● Job requires delivery of hot and cold food to on campus sites using carts and vans.
As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.
ISS, a leading workplace experience and facility management company, provides placemaking solutions that contribute to better business performance and makes life easier, more productive and enjoyable - delivered to high standards by people who care. ISS believes that people make places and places make people. From strategy through to operations, ISS partners with over 60,000 customers in 30+ countries to deliver places that work, think and give and is served by 471,056 employees who connect people and places every single day. In 2019, ISS earned DKK 78 billion in revenue. It is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
For more than 143 years, The Los Angeles Athletic Club has remained dedicated to its mission of providing for the body, mind, and spirit of its members. Our private club includes state-of-the-art athletic and spa facilities, award-winning restaurants, bars, luxury meeting rooms, special event rooms, 72 hotel rooms, and an array of social, business, and athletic events.
Join our team! We have an immediate openings for individuals who are committed to elevating the member and guest experience to fill the position of an Full Time Executive Chef.
Job Summary
This position contributes to the success of Los Angeles Athletic Club (“Company”) by creating positive experiences for every member and guest who visits the club by providing consistent quality food and by fostering an environment of friendliness and teamwork.
Responsibilities:
Maintain complete knowledge of and ensure associate compliance with all departmental/hotel policies and procedures.
Establish the day's priorities and assign production and preparation tasks for staff to execute.
Review daily menu specials and offer feedback to Sous Chefs.
Review banquet event orders and make note of any changes.
Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear directions to staff.
Take physical inventory of specified food items for daily inventory.
Requisition the day's supplies and ensure that they are received and stored correctly. Communicate needs with Purchasing and Storeroom personnel. Ensure quality of products received.
Ensure that each kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies, and equipment to meet the business demand.
Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted.
Ensure that all staff prepare menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to department standards.
Monitor performance of staff and ensure all procedures are completed to the department standards; rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
Observe guest reactions and confer with service staff to ensure guest satisfaction.
Conduct frequent walk throughs of each kitchen area and direct respective personnel to correct any deficiencies. Ensure that quality and details are being maintained.
Develop new menu items, test, and write recipes.
Assist Membership and Catering department with developing special menus for functions; meet with clients as requested.
Review sales and food costs daily; resolve any discrepancies with the Controller.
Ensure that excess items are utilized efficiently.
Oversee and direct training of new hires in specified phases of the kitchen operation. Maintain an on-going training program for existing staff. Reevaluate positions in the kitchen and make changes wherever necessary.
Manager labor costs by scheduling all kitchen associates in accordance with staffing guidelines and forecasted labor costs. Adjust schedules throughout the week to meet business demands. Prepare daily/weekly payroll reports.
Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
Ensure kitchen is in compliance with Health Department standards such as cleanliness of the kitchen, proper food storage and cooking food to the appropriate cooking temperatures.
Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
AUTHORITY LEVEL
Budgets: Develops and manages all department budgets; profitability, operations, payroll, etc.
Employment: Makes hiring decision, sets salary, sets job description, applies disciplinary actions, and makes termination decisions.
Payroll: Approves staff timecards, time off, and status changes.
Expenses: Approves department expense up to approved amount set by Finance Department, vendor contracts, and equipment.
Personnel Management:
Supervise, coach, counsel, and manage performance of staff; work with Human Resource department to hire, discipline, and discharge employees; conduct regular performance evaluations as per Club standards.
Prepare work schedules, assign work, and oversee the work product (while minimizing overtime and call-in hours).
Review all payroll timesheets for areas supervised and submit them in a timely manner for final approval.
Enforce sound safety and housekeeping practices.
Manage facilities staff to deliver expected service levels within the prescribed budget.
Respond to problems in a tactful and expedient manner; resolve employee issues through problem resolution.
Responsible for identifying training needs and motivating staff to perform at a high level.
Manage departmental performance against agreed targets and budgets, and within policies and standards.
Responsible for monthly safety inspections and training the staff on safety and emergency procedures.
Education, licenses, & certifications:
Required: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in same or similar positions in the Hospitality or Food & Beverage industry
Required: Food Handlers Certification(s)
Required: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Ideal: Degree in Culinary Arts or related field
Required: Current California Driver License with satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle driving record.
Essential qualifications:
Required: At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Required: Reliable and punctual attendance.
Required: Excellent time-management skills; prioritizing and completing assigned job tasks effectively.
Required: Travel (by vehicle and plane) for business, training, and/or development, including overnight trips.
Required: Bi-lingual oral, speech, and writing skills in English and Spanish or other language is an asset in this position
Required: Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ideal: Travel for business purposes, including overnight travel
Required: Computer Experience: proficient Microsoft Office programs, Outlook, and ability to learn a variety of other software.
Required: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey messages clearly and compose correspondence with correct and proper grammar.
Required: Strong presentation skills; convey messages clearly and confidently; persuade and effect change positively.
Required: Ability to “pitch-in” and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.
Required: Capable of working effectively independently with minimal supervision
Required: Strong analytical skills.
Required: High attention to detail and accuracy
Required: Strong organizational skills
Required: Ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently meet deadlines and produce work in a timely manner.
Required: Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
Required: Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
Required: Ability to work with all products and food ingredients involved.
Required: Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions.
Required: Ability to plan and develop menus and recipes.
Required: Ability to apply basic supervisory skills to plan, organize, direct, coach, train, and discipline, as necessary.
Required: Ability to ensure security of kitchen access, products, and hotel property.
Required: Ability to operate with stress, time constraints, physical activity, and continuous walking. Finger/hand dexterity to operate food machinery.
Required: Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule.
Required: Ability to transport cases of received goods to the workstations; pots and pans of food from storage/prep areas to the serving line.
Required: Ability to elicit and accept constructive feedback.
Physical Exertion: Heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects (for example, delivery boxes, carts, plates, and cooking pans).
We offer excellent Full Time Benefits Packages!
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and many other ancillary and life wellness benefits.
401(k) Plan with employer match
Complimentary Associate Meal per shift
Professional development and opportunities to grow within a well-respected company
Hotel Room Discounts, Associate Company Paid Parking, and more!
Pay: Compensation $150,000 depending on experience.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
Lead the Culinary Experience at the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!
Why Join Our Team?
Industry-Leading Compensation Package
Up to 25% of the base salary in performance-based bonus potential
$16K annually in monthly kicker bonus potential
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Group Life and Disability Insurance
Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan
Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities
Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits
What You'll Do
As the Executive Chef for THE ONE GROUP, you are the culinary leader, responsible for creating and executing a high-quality menu, maintaining cost efficiency, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. This role requires a balance of hands-on cooking, team leadership, and operational expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership & Execution
Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production, consistency, and presentation
Execute all line positions when needed and support the kitchen team during peak hours
Ensure all menu items are prepared to the highest standards and lead to the creation of seasonal specials
Conduct line checks to ensure temperature accuracy, food freshness, and plating consistency
Expedite orders efficiently while maintaining smooth kitchen workflow
Team Leadership & Development
Train, mentor, and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring a culture of excellence and teamwork
Inspire and develop chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff through hands-on leadership and coaching
Create and oversee weekly employee schedules, ensuring optimal staffing levels
Hold monthly kitchen meetings to address team goals, performance, and feedback
Operational & Financial Management
Manage food costs, payroll, and inventory, ensuring profitability without compromising quality
Work closely with the purchasing team to ensure the availability of top-quality ingredients
Oversee health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with local and corporate food safety guidelines
Prevent unnecessary expenses by monitoring kitchen breakage and waste reduction strategies
Guest Engagement & Brand Representation
Act as a culinary ambassador for TOG, engaging with guests and VIPs to enhance the dining experience
Collaborate with the Events & Marketing team to create seasonal menu updates and special event offers
Representing TOG in media appearances, community events, and restaurant promotions
What We're Looking For
· 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (steakhouse or upscale dining preferred)
Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
Expertise in kitchen operations, food cost management, and financial accountability
Strong culinary creativity and menu development skills
Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities
Hands-on approach, with the ability to work on the line and execute all kitchen positions when necessary
SERV Safe certification and comprehensive food safety knowledge
Experience with restaurant POS and inventory systems
Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move
This is more than a job-it's a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!
Chef de Cuisine - Intuit Dome
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
Salary: $110,000 - $120,000
Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.
About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy's diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.
Job Summary
As a Chef de Cuisine with Levy, it will be your primary responsibility to execute cuisine that exceeds guest expectations and provide strong leadership while delivering cost goals and living our Company vision and values. You will maintain recipes to meet core standards, ensure that all safety and sanitation standards are met, ensure show quality food and presentations are occurring in all areas, while continually gaining culinary expertise and food knowledge. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver who brings passion, enthusiasm and fresh ideas with the ability to work independently and have the capacity to manage up and down.
Detailed Responsibilities
* Executes menus in accordance to brand standards
* Maintains recipes to meet core standards
* Ensures that team members consistently deliver heartfelt hospitality to every guest, every time
* Ensures team members have the tools necessary to complete their jobs
* Ensures show quality standards are maintained at all times
* Regularly obtains feedback from clients and guests to improve operations
* Supports and communicates Levy initiatives
* Responds and assist in any departmental guest service issues
* Holds team accountable to steps of service to deliver great guest service
* Executes preventive maintenance schedule as set forth by Director of Operations
* Conducts daily walkthroughs in culinary areas for each event
* Continually gains culinary expertise
* Practices proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
* Achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals
* Ensures that all security, safety, and sanitation standards are achieved
* Employs good safety and sanitation practices
* Forecasts and adequately schedules team members to meet operational needs and desired targets
* Provides operational planning to ensure adequate products and equipment are ordered for anticipated business levels
* Ensures team members adhere to Levy guidelines as stated in the team member training manual and employee handbook
* Displays a positive attitude towards team members
* Interviews, hires, trains, and develops team members according to Levy guidelines
* Conducts regularly scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members
* Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
* Uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team members
* Assists fellow team members when necessary
* Mentors Sous Chefs to improve their skills and leadership abilities
* Other duties and responsibilities, as needed
Job Requirements
* A culinary degree is preferred
* Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products
* Able to communicate effectively with the management team, guests, and team members
* Team builder and ability to successfully manage and develop a team
* Must be experienced with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet
Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture
Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
At Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Chef de Cuisine (Food Truck)
Sous Chef Job 11 miles from Yorba Linda
The Chef is responsible for managing the food truck operations with standardized policies that provide efficient, high quality cuisine and profitable operations. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to assisting of recruitment and engagement of employees; exceeding expectations and quality concerning our food, beer, beverage, service, and sanitation; financial success including assisting in reporting and in the achievement of financial goals, and guest data collection and frequency. The Chef will assist in directing the cultural compass of the restaurant; influencing and guiding the energy, service, and hospitality. The Chef must share the commitment to quality, irreproachable service, teamwork, leadership, safety, ethics, and continued innovation.
Compensation
Competitive Salary
Pay to Play Performance Plan
Great Benefit Packages
Requirements
Participating in staffing responsibilities, including hiring, training, scheduling, and terminating
Assisting with purchasing food and supplies and overseeing of food and beverages within required dates and with a minimum of waste
Creating a positive team atmosphere among employees that encourages accountability and achieves the highest standards of food, beer, service hospitality
Managing and engaging all employees; promoting effort, a team spirit, and good morale among employees; treating employees fairly and with respect; ability to lead with commitment and passion
Delivering excellent customer service including personally greeting and seating guests
Resolving complaints from customers in a polite, effective, and friendly manner
Participating in administrative requirements cash handling, financial reporting, posting, goal setting and achievement, governmental compliance, and various reporting as required by law
Maintain , secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures including food handling, storage, and temperature; complying with legal regulations
Providing regular, accurate, computerized reports of operations to executive management
Helping with duties of other employees (e.g., cashier, server, cook, etc.) when necessary because of an unexpected absence or extra volume
Meeting or exceeding financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions
Control and minimize costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation; minimizing waste; ensuring high quality of preparation
Develop initiatives and incentives to build sales, profitability and guest counts
Collaborating with sales and executive team to promote, book, and host public and private events
Adhering to and enforce all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Performing other work-related duties as assigned
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is standing the entire shift. The employee frequently reaches, bends, stoops, lifts, shakes, stirs, pours, carries and pushes. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls in repetitive motions. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; remain stationary; and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally lifts and carries tubs and cases weighing up to 75 pounds. The employee must frequently communicate with expediters and servers and read orders on tickets. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazards including, but not limited to cuts from knives, slipping, tripping, falls and burns; frequent exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures, humidity, extreme cold; frequent contact/immersion of hands in water, sanitation solutions, meat products, poultry products, seafood and produce items and frequent washing of hands.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Tableside Partners concepts are an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Executive Sous Chef
Sous Chef Job 23 miles from Yorba Linda
ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Executive Sous Chef at the Long Beach Convention Center. The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising and coordinating all activities of hot kitchen including scheduling of employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with Executive chef on special menus.
Conduct on-site menu tasting
Estimates food consumption, oversee all purchasing and supplies needed for the operation of the kitchen. Insure that F.I.F.O. is incorporated into all facets of the operation.
Reviews menus, analyzes recipes, determines food, labor, and overhead costs, and assigns prices to menu items.
Supervises cooking and other kitchen personnel and coordinates their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production.
Familiarizes newly hired Cooks with practices of kitchen and oversee training
Establishes and enforces nutrition and sanitation standards for food and beverage.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination of daily operations in the Kitchen Department 1-50 employees. Participates in all COD Lines and oversees contracted banquets. In force the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and discipline employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
One-year certificate from college or technical school and four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Strong customer service orientation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
COMPUTER SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
This position will work with limited supervision and will require the ability to interact with all levels of staff including management.
Requires ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours.
Current certification in food handling and safety sanitation (Serv-Safe or similar) is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
TO APPLY:
ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Sous Chef at the Long Beach Convention Center. The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising and coordinating all activities of hot kitchen including scheduling of employees.
SMG is an Equal Opportunity employer, and encourages woman, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
Executive Chef-Los Angeles, CA
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
About Butler Hospitality
Butler Hospitality is a Hospitality Tech Company that serves the world's best hotel operators (Hersha, Real Hospitality, Crescent, M&R) to increase the efficiency of their food and beverage operations. Butler Hospitality takes over restaurants inside of full-service hotels and transforms their kitchens into delivery hubs that provide virtual room service and catering to nearby limited- and select-service hotels.
About The Role:
Butler Hospitality is looking to hire a commendable executive chef to manage our kitchen staff and to resolve kitchen issues swiftly. You will oversee the delivery of food supplies, prepare special dishes, and supervise overall kitchen operations during dinner service. To ensure success you will ensure your team delivers high-quality, cost-effective dishes promptly. Top candidates are creative, service-oriented, and level-headed.
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day BOH operations in Los Angeles
Learn and teach Butler's ordering and inventory systems
Supervise production staff within the kitchens
Open new restaurants and build teams of 40-50 members
Monitor P&L, COGS to hit targets, approximately 5-7 million per year
Maintain kitchen SOPs for a clean & efficient workplace
Comply with all food safety and sanitation guidelines
Learn Butler's Prime menu items and train staff according to the recipes
Qualifications:
At least ten years of experience in the culinary, food & beverage industry with at least five years of those years in a leadership capacity
At least five years of banquet experience
Advanced knife handling skills
ServSafe Certified
Be used to a fine dining, fast-paced environment.
English speaking, Spanish a plus.
Competences:
Customer Service
Interpersonal Skills
Ethics
Good Judgment
Dependability
WHY BUTLER HOSPITALITY?
Great pay and benefits
Comprehensive Insurance
401k
Bonus Structure
PTO
Development and training program
Proof of vaccination will be required upon job offer
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job
Executive Chef of Operations
Sous Chef Job 35 miles from Yorba Linda
We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better.
Reporting to the General Manager of the unit, the Executive Chef, Operations is responsible for daily monitoring of the preparation of the pre-designed meals for multiple customer accounts with culinary expertise through the management of all Chefs, Sous Chefs and Cooks at the unit, and promoting and providing quality food services to airline clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Achieves culinary operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; serving as culinary resource to operations managers; identifying and resolving problems; completing audits; determining system improvements; implementing change.
Meets culinary financial objectives by estimating requirements; assisting with menu design; anticipating and evaluating response to menu presentation; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions; evaluating time-saving production techniques; training others in specialty techniques.
Adheres to recipes and portion specifications as required by the customer by understanding consumer tastes and nutritional needs; reviewing product specifications; evaluating ease of menu preparation; applying established procedures and budgetary constraints.
Oversees food preparation by consulting with the Buyer; Sous chefs, cooks, and team leaders; overseeing portion size; controlling productivity; providing culinary leadership in areas of personal expertise; monitoring presentations, garnishments, and sauces.
Improves menu quality and consistency by analyzing food production records and menu expenses; promoting kitchen staff interest in quality improvement; studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes.
Prepares menu and food preparation reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing food, dining, and customer data and trends.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with sanitation and federal, state, and local legal regulations; overseeing food preparation, safety, and security; reviewing and implementing accident and disaster plans.
Using menu specifications, maintains food ingredients, food preparation, and general supplies by selecting and purchasing menu ingredients; evaluating the quality of fresh food and food product deliveries; maintaining general supplies; establishing inventory levels, re-order points, storage requirements, and cost-controls.
Maintains culinary equipment by following operating instructions; instructing staff in equipment use; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining equipment supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment; preparing administrative proposals to justify purchases.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; being sought for opinions as a culinary expert; contributing to professional publications; participating in professional societies and sharing this information with direct reports.
Accomplishes culinary goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Ensures quality production standards are followed and maintained. Ensures employees adhere to HACCP, FDA and safety regulations and compliance with company policies and procedures.
Trains and monitors employees on proper work procedures and production of products to ensure maximum productivity with minimum labor and food expenses.
Assists in the development and training of cooks as required.
Prepares administrative reports as required.
Ensures maximum productivity and labor costs are maintained according to financial requirements. Monitors daily manpower planning and employee turnover. Responsible for employee retention.
Ensures meal cycles are communicated in a timely and accurate basis. Monitor yields of products to ensure maximum usage.
Works with management staff to improve performance of the unit.
Ensures Menu presentations are properly planned, set up, and specifications reviewed to ensure compliance.
Maintains labor requirements, food costs, overtime, and all productivity requirements.
Must ensure all cooks, and Sous Chef employees have the skill and ability to perform all cooking and food preparation requirements of all the Airline Accounts serviced in the Unit.
Ensures all products are cooked at required temperature according to airline and food safety specification, etc.
Responsible for coaching, counseling and preparing corrective action for employees.
Completes all company required training including but not limited to ServSafe Sanitation Manager Certification.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree in the Culinary Arts or a related field, (formal culinary education) required or at least 4 years of experience in an Executive Chef role
Work Experience:
Minimum 10 years as a Chef required
Minimum of 4 years as an Executive Chef required.
Minimum of 1-3 years supervisory experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production and restaurant or catering environment required.
In-flight catering experience or experience in a high-volume food service environment required.
Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)
Ability to cook meals according to detailed specifications.
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Must have strong and effective leadership skills, and the ability to successfully manage a staff of 2 to 3 Sous Chefs and over 20 cooks.
Current or previous labor relations experience is a plus, but not required.
Candidate must be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program change.
Ability to train others required.
Must have the ability to give negative and positive feedback to employees on a daily basis.
Excellent time management skills required. Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing focus on priorities.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication and leadership skills required.
Must be innovative and have the ability to make changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performance.
Experience with menu design a plus
Basic computer skills required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products preferred
Technical Skills: (Certificates, Licenses and Registration)
ServSafe Certified preferred.
Language / Communication Skills:
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Multi-lingual a plus.
Job Dimensions
Geographic Responsibility: Unit
Type of Employment: Full-Time
Travel %: Yes - Up to 10%
Exemption Classification: Exempt
Internal Relationships: all internal departments
External Relationships: airline customers
Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:
Regularly, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 10+ hours.
In a normal production kitchen facility there may be physical discomfort due to temperature and noise.
Must be able to lift, push, pull and move product, equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.
A rotating schedule of over 55 hours per week is typical.
Budget / Revenue Responsibility: USD
Organization Structure
Direct Line Manager (Title): Director, Assembly
Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): TBD
Number of Direct Reports: TBD
Number of Dotted Line Reports: TBD
Estimated Total Size of Team: TBD
Gate Group Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
Thinking - Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
Engaging - Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
Inspiring - Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
Achieving - Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position
Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:
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We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone's day better
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.
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Banquet Chef
Sous Chef Job 30 miles from Yorba Linda
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
At DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance - South Bay, we take pride in providing exceptional hospitality, world-class service, and memorable dining experiences. As a premier hotel in the South Bay, we host a variety of banquets, corporate events, weddings, and special gatherings. We are seeking a talented and experienced Banquet Chef to lead our banquet culinary operations and ensure outstanding food quality for our guests.
Job Summary:
The Banquet Chef will be responsible for overseeing all banquet and catering kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, presentation, and team management. This role requires strong leadership, creativity, and organizational skills to deliver exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining efficiency and cost control.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and execute banquet and catering menus with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation.
Lead, train, and supervise the banquet kitchen team to ensure smooth event execution.
Work closely with the Food & Beverage Director, Executive Chef and event planners to customize menus based on client needs, dietary requirements, and event themes.
Maintain inventory, manage food costs, and ensure proper portion control to minimize waste.
Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards, health and safety regulations, and food safety guidelines.
Oversee plating and buffet setup to guarantee excellent presentation and guest satisfaction.
Manage multiple events simultaneously, ensuring timely and efficient service.
Uphold a positive and collaborative kitchen environment, fostering teamwork and professional development.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a hotel, catering company, or high-volume banquet setting.
Strong knowledge of banquet operations, large-scale food preparation, and menu development.
Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with multiple events happening simultaneously.
In-depth understanding of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and HACCP guidelines.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
Previous experience with Hilton brand standards is a plus.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holiday pay
Employee discounts on Hilton hotels, dining, and travel
Growth and advancement opportunities within Hilton
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional banquet experiences and have the skills to lead a dynamic culinary team, we'd love to hear from you!
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 34 miles from Yorba Linda
Chef de Cuisine Job Description Template We are looking for an admirable Chef de Cuisine to lead and inspire our kitchen staff in the creation of culinary masterpieces. The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for designing the menu, hiring and training kitchen staff, collaborating with restaurant management, optimizing staff productivity, and stepping in to help wherever needed.
To ensure success, you should have excellent leadership skills with experience managing a team of kitchen staff in a high-pressure environment. Top candidates are creative individuals with a passion for great food and excellent service.
Chef de Cuisine Responsibilities:
* Ensuring that all food meets the highest quality standards and is served on time.
* Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish.
* Coordinating kitchen staff, and assisting them as required.
* Hiring and training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items.
* Stocktaking ingredients and equipment, and placing orders as needed.
* Enforcing best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
* Creating new recipes to regularly update the menu.
* Keeping track of new trends in the industry.
* Incorporating feedback from restaurant staff and patrons to make improvements or resolve issues.
Chef de Cuisine Requirements:
* Qualification from a culinary school.
* 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
* In-depth knowledge of food principles and best practices.
* Passion for creating incredible food that delights and attracts customers.
* Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
* Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
* Creative, innovative thinking.
* Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety.
* Experience managing inventories and stocktaking.
* Available to work on-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays.
Executive Chef
Sous Chef Job 14 miles from Yorba Linda
The Executive Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective management of all food & beverage outlets working alongside the VP and/or Director of Food & Beverage within all areas of the park(s) and reinforcing the KBF and Six Flags Goals and Expectations of Quality. Is responsible for overall management of the kitchens, including supervising activities of cooks, coordinating and actively participating in Special event operations and monitoring food and labor costs. Coordinates and controls the total function of the kitchen pertaining to safety, sanitation, food production and quality assurance within the parks.
Salary details: $103,200 - $137,600/yr. based on experience
Responsibilities:
Hands-on management of day-to-day operations of all food outlet kitchens. Implements and enforces all departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Assures staff compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures. Manage all key culinary associates, i.e., Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks through planning and scheduling of work assignments and performance development.
Oversee inventory of food products and coordinates product ordering and receiving within corporate specifications. Maintain clean and orderly kitchens to comply with State and local Health Department regulations.
Performs regularly scheduled product testing of food items to ensure consistency of ingredient profiles, product specification, product presentation, and quality are present. Provides training and development to all culinary staff including Sous Chefs, Managers and Supervisors, to maintain the highest standard of production and food quality. Ensures associate performance is properly managed, utilizing all appropriate means including training, coaching, counseling and discipline.
Administers Corrective Counseling process, training and development, appraisals, payroll accountability Acts as role model. Plan menus, catering packages, and daily specials maintaining financial responsibility for the menu mix. Analyze menu and food costs and the preparation of cost and quality efficient menus/specials.
Provide leadership to their key culinary leaders that enforce break and meal periods to subordinates in compliance with park, state, and/or federal guidelines. Creates scheduling for all Central Kitchen associates, ensures time and attendance requirements in accordance with scope of position expectations.
Delegates weekly inventory of main central kitchen. Creates requisitioning and purchasing reports within corporate specifications. Maintains effective vendor relationships.
Prepares, receives, and reviews various records and reports including food bid sheets, budget/reprojections, operations reports, cost of sales reports, invoices, schedules, labor reports, POS report, waste sheets, safety reports, performance. Then provides guidance to adjust as needed based on reports.
Prepare reports regarding food and menu analysis. Prepare annual budgeting and ensure all fiscal responsibilities are met. Oversees inventory management to assure all outlets par levels are adequately always supplied.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree / vocational or technical school, emphasis in Culinary Arts / Food & Beverage preferred.
Preferred certifications: ServSafe manager and ServSafe alcohol.
At least 8-10 years or experience as an Executive Chef preferred.
At least 5+ years of prior leadership/management experience overseeing a large group.
Ability to successfully complete required department certifications.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Proficient in computer skills and software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Recipe costing and writing.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.