KITCHEN MANAGER - FREEHAND NEW YORKWe need an exceptional and passionate foodie to join & lead our kitchen team as Kitchen Manager. If you are an inspiring leader and communicator, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. The Kitchen Manager will take full control of the kitchen & help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand.

WHO ARE WE

Freehand is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a shared accommodation brand. Freehand swung through the US coolest cities on its way to dominating the world. It burst onto the scene in the Americas with the launch of our properties in the country’s biggest markets (NYC, LA, Miami and Chicago) with the acquisition of Freehand Hotels. Created for a new generation of urban travelers, Freehand combines the social culture of a hotel with innovative design by Roman and Williams, comfort and quality food and beverage at an affordable price.

No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Executive Chef.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Freehand offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Freehand in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

 ABOUT FREEHAND NEW YORK

Located in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, Freehand New York is housed in the former George Washington Hotel—once home to many storied writers, musicians and creatives. Designed by Roman and Williams and featuring custom-commissioned artwork by Bard College students and alumni throughout, we’re revitalizing the artistic community in a historic NY neighbourhood. Conveniently situated in the Flatiron District, Freehand New York has a vibrancy that starts with the guests in the rooms and public spaces and is complemented by the locals frequenting the George Washington Bar and Broken Shaker rooftop Bar, enjoying the regular events and activations. It’s this energy that sets Freehand apart in the city, and it empowers the team working at the property just as much as it does the guests passing through.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB

To take control, accountability and ownership of the management of the kitchen and its daily operations

Control and direct the food preparation process and other relative activities

Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations with the courage to try something different and deliver innovative, locally inspired food & beverage offerings appropriate to the guest community

Monitoring and controlling stock levels

Work within the departmental budget figures, maximising revenue and minimising expenditure

Produce departmental forecasts as required and communicate figures to the team to aid their understanding of the business and the importance of their contribution to the business success

To set up control systems to ensure that all goods received into the kitchen are checked against delivery notes and those delivery notes are checked against invoices

Know all statutory legislation and ensure H&S, food hygiene and Fire Safety compliance

Operate a clean hygienic kitchen at all times

Keep up to date with local food trends

Coach and lead the team in such a manner that our guests receive an exceptional level of service and want to return

To ensure that training needs are adequately identified and development plans for staff are kept updated

Ensure that the team is constantly improving their product knowledge to maximize revenue and the service provided

Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

• Love cooking
• Be creative, innovative & love great food
• Always keep cool under pressure
• Show commerciality with a strong passion for driving revenue
• Understand stock-control and keep costs to a minimum
• Be a ‘people person’, social and always love our guests
• Like getting your hands dirty, wherever, whenever, because you will
• Be an excellent communicator and leader
• Available to work when needed
• You must be eligible to work in the US to be considered for this role

YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE

• Experience working within the hospitality/service industry in a similar capacity for at least 3 years 
• A passion for your city, for travelling and for trending food and drinks concepts
• Knowledge of contemporary interests and the city

OUR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
• Fertility Treatment Support Leave - up to three days' paid leave in any one year for an employee to undergo fertility treatment
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn a compensation for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made 
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees – look good, feel good, work good
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double gross basic salary for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any of our Generator x Freehand properties globally
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in several locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• International career opportunities so you can travel the world while working with us (win-win!)
• Social events, celebrations calendar & various employee recognition schemes – we never ever need an excuse to let our hair down!
• Online learning tools to help you develop, learn and grow

LOCAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 9 holidays
• Medical Dental Vision (subsidised contributions)
• Life & Disability (employer paid)
• Paid sick leave (56 hours per calendar year)
• Paid vacation (80 hours per calendar year)
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary products: Voluntary Life, Legal Shield/ID Shield, Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, critical illness, Accident Insurance and FSA

SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU?

That's cool. Send us your application in English. If you’ve got questions, get in touch!

Also, check out https://freehandhotels.com/ or our social media pages. Here you may well find the answers to life, the universe and everything, including why there are no penguins at the North Pole. We look forward to hearing from you.

Employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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