What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at Rooney Restaurant Recruiting?
Core Competencies and Responsibilities:
- Lead all culinary operations and establish high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Develop and execute an elevated American Cuisine menu.
- Recruit, train, coach, and manage the culinary team.
- Oversee food preparation, kitchen workflow, recipes, portion control, and plating standards.
- Manage food purchasing, inventory, ordering, food costs, and waste reduction.
- Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and health-code standards.
- Monitor kitchen performance and ensure efficient operations during high-volume service.
- Collaborate with restaurant management on menu development, pricing, and business objectives.
- Foster a professional, organized, and positive kitchen culture.
- Continuously improve culinary offerings while maintaining the restaurant’s concept and quality standards.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000