Location: Kohler, WI

Opportunity

The Head Chef is responsible for leading the day-to-day culinary operation at Riverbend. Must meet the requirements of the department ensuring product quality, service standards and profit goals are met or exceeded. Supervise the daily ordering, receiving, and proper handling of product, develop new menu ideas, train and develop staff. 
Control food & labor costs and supervise the daily preparation of all products and ensure that standard operating procedures are followed.

Specific Responsibilities

• Standardize recipes, plating instructions and menu costs.
• Monitor freshness and inspect food products daily to uphold quality standards of the resort.
• Work closely with the Inventory manager and purchasing to source best quality at best price amongst food vendors.
• Engage daily in the preparation of food to ensure execution and quality standards are met.
• Ensure sanitation guidelines are met daily.
• Monitor sales mix reports monthly.
• Create specials and work with management to execute special events and marketing opportunities.
• Monitor overtime weekly to ensure profit goals are met or exceeded.
• Maintain a safe working environment and educate & train on safety practices/procedures.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process.
• Assist culinary associates as needed to ensure production is complete prior to each service/function.
• Direct and supervise cooks and stewards on an as needed basis.
• Train and develop team members on technical and professional skills for future growth opportunities.
• Properly integrate new associates to the department and resort standards.
• Complete on the job training for all new and existing associates.