What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at Blue Sun Brewing Co.?
Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team. Ideally, this candidate will be creative, possess strong leadership qualities, and constantly seek to improve our food quality and dining experience.
Responsibilities:
- Menu Development
- Design inspired seasonal menus that align with our target audience and restaurant concept
- Ensure dishes are consistently prepared in a refined and controlled manner
- Leadership and Collaboration
- Create and execute training procedures for all kitchen staff
- Regularly communicate standards and expectations to foster a collaborative and productive team culture
- Work closely with front-of-house managers to ensure smooth service
- Continued evaluation of workflow problems to improve efficiency
- Coordinate kitchen and taproom repairs as needed
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Enforce hygiene and food safety protocols
- Ensure all health department regulations and safety standards are met
- Oversee proper food storage, labeling, and temperature controls
- Inventory and Cost Control
- Manage food inventory, control waste, work within budgetary constraints
- Track food costs on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis and adjust menu pricing accordingly
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of 3-5 years in a Sous Chef or Executive Chef role
- Culinary degree preferred
- Strong ability to mentor and lead a team
- Passion for dining and hospitality
- Strong organizational skills (i.e. multitasking, time management, task prioritization)
- Experience with food costing and inventory, kitchen management, and health regulations
Work Schedule:
- Full-time position (40-45 hours a week) with required night, weekend, and holiday availability
- Fast-paced environment with long hours on foot
- Restaurant expected opening date in October
- Position expected start date of September 1st (start date is flexible)
Compensation:
- Salary ranging from $55,000-62,000/year (based on experience)
- Employee meal and discount
- 3 weeks PTO annually
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Why are you interested in working at Blue Sun Brewing Company?
- What does excellent service in the hospitality industry look like to you?
- What have you learned in your previous work experience that would translate to your desired role at Blue Sun?
- What are your daily hours of availability?
- Is there anything else you would like our team to know about you?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $62,000