Executive Chef

White Lodging - The Westin Austin at The Domain

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Dental Insurance, Financial Management, Food Safety, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Forecasting, Health Department, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Menu Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Regulations, Restaurant, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
Today
Summary:

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.




Responsibilities


What You’ll Do


  • Meet financial forecasts and budget goals for all culinary operations.
  • Oversee ordering, preparing, marketing, and execution of all recipes, and manage all costs associated with the profitability of the Food and Beverage Department.
  • Ensure compliance with all current local health department regulations, Corporate HACCP and Food Safety SOPs, and Federal Guidelines.
  • Create all menus, recipes, and menu implementation execution lists and timelines.
  • Build kitchen brigades and station assignments following White Lodging SOPs and directives.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert regarding food handling, preparation, and presentation for the culinary team.

What You’ll Bring


  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead the team.
  • Expertise in culinary financial management.
  • Strong problem-solving and solution ideation skills.
  • Excellent observational skills and walk-through techniques to gauge levels of food service, inventory, cleanliness, and more.
  • Strategic workplace planning abilities.
  • Effective stress management skills and the ability to influence stress levels throughout kitchens.


Other Information

What You Can Look Forward To

  • Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Complimentary wellness tools
  • Unlimited referral bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Hotel, dining, and travel discounts


Location Code: 3105

About the Company

W

White Lodging - The Westin Austin at The Domain