What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culinary Director position at Bengelina Hospitality Group?
Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and visionary Culinary Director to lead our culinary operations with passion and precision. This dynamic role is perfect for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment. As Culinary Director, you will oversee all aspects of food production, menu planning, kitchen management, and team supervision to ensure exceptional dining experiences. Your leadership will inspire culinary excellence across all service areas, from fine dining to catering events, fostering a culture of innovation, safety, and quality. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape our culinary identity while maintaining high standards of food safety and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the entire culinary team, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff, promoting teamwork and professional growth.
- Develop innovative menus that reflect current food trends while maintaining consistency in quality and presentation.
- Oversee food preparation, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion control, and dietary restrictions to meet diverse customer needs.
- Manage inventory control and food cost analysis to optimize purchasing, minimize waste, and maximize profitability.
- Supervise food safety protocols and ensure compliance with health regulations across all kitchen operations.
- Coordinate catering events and banquet services, ensuring seamless execution from setup to service delivery.
- Implement training programs on food handling, sanitation standards, cooking techniques, and customer service excellence.
- Oversee shift management and kitchen workflow to maintain efficiency during busy periods.
- Collaborate with management on menu planning for special occasions, seasonal offerings, and promotional events.
- Monitor quality standards consistently to uphold the reputation of the establishment’s culinary offerings.
Experience
- Proven experience in restaurant management or culinary leadership roles within the food industry.
- Extensive background in fine dining environments with a focus on high-quality food production and presentation.
- Demonstrated supervising experience managing diverse culinary teams across multiple service areas such as catering or banquet operations.
- Strong knowledge of dietary department practices including special diets and allergen management.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and cost control strategies in a hospitality setting.
- Hands-on experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, and food safety standards such as HACCP certification.
- Previous experience overseeing large-scale food service operations including catering or banquet services is highly desirable. Join us as a Culinary Director to elevate our culinary standards through innovative leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000