Colwen Hotels has a truly unique opportunity to make your mark on the vibrant food scene in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. We are looking for a creative culinarian who is a driven leader, a savvy business partner, and truly good human to bring energy, experience, and synergy to Portsmouth s most dynamic food and beverage complex. The Director of Culinary Operations position will be a hands-on Executive Chef for The Rooftop at the Envio (one of Portsmouth s premier dining and drinking spots), 9000 square feet of gorgeous event space between The Envio and The Venue at Portwalk Place as well as the AC Hotel. It is a big job that is not for everyone but for a highly motivated and talented chef, it is a fantastic opportunity.

Colwen Hotels is a hospitality group built on hard work, character, and authenticity. We cultivate ideas and empower individuals to bring forward-thinking concepts to life to enrich guest experiences. Staying ahead of the curve is what has made us who we are today, and we strive to keep our ideas fresh. We currently have 40 hotels in our portfolio operating across 10 states. With our continued growth and project pipeline, we are able to provide our associates with exciting career advancement growth and opportunities.

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure an exceptional culinary experience for every guest while maximizing department profitability
• Oversee of all culinary operations including food production, kitchen safety and sanitation, scheduling, training, ordering and menu creation
• Work closely with sales teams and hotel general managers at assigned hotels
• Recruit, interview and hire culinary associates for assigned property
• Train and support all culinary associates and ensure performance in accordance with established hotel brand and Colwen standards
• Conduct performance management reviews and follow ups
• Create and implement new menus and individual menu items based on current food trends, venue concept and regional tastes
• Develop innovative menu selections for special events and functions in accordance with client dietary and budgetary considerations and expectations
• Document recipes and train the team on new recipe items
• Coordinate, plan, participate and supervise the production, preparation and presentation of food for restaurants, events and lounge areas
• Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary kitchen in compliance with all local, state, OSHA and federal food safety standards
• Lead by example to include working hands on with the team when needed
• Ensure that all required associates have current ServSafe certification
• Manage food storage rooms and walk ins/refrigeration to maintain high quality product and to ensure food safety standards
• Calculate and manage food costs within budget by reacting quickly to shifts in the supply chain
• Ensure proper production based on forecast and banquet event orders
• Follow proper ordering procedures based on business demands
• Manage schedule to ensure labor costs meet /exceed budget
• Ensure food deliveries are checked for product quality and quantity
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Able to understand financial goals and accomplish them
• 5 years of F&B experience (hotel experience preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record in social and corporate catering
• Strong knowledge of HACCP procedures and application
• Knowledge and prior experience with outside vendors and associated ordering systems
• Strong team leader
• Strong presentation skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills
• Ability to learn computer systems and operate POS system
• Willingness to work a rotational work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

We ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Plan Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
• Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
• Exclusive Associate Discounts Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
• Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V

About the Company:
Colwen Hotels