Executive Chef

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for overseeing all food purchasing and production for the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club. This includes the creative development of engaging menus for our dining outlets as well as Kissing Camels Club, Recreation Center, Pools, In-Room Dining, and Banquets. Also, this role fulfills a leadership role in creating and executing special events throughout the year.

The Executive Chef oversees the following:

• Supervising all culinary team members, developing and monitoring food and labor cost, and maintaining the highest professional food quality and sanitation procedures.
• Supervising the Purchasing Manager and Stewarding Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Work together with VP of F&B on long-term strategies of culinary program to increase revenue opportunities.
• Design and develop menus for all outlets that are creative, seasonal, and in line with each distinct culinary purpose.
• Create and implement menu recipe & plating guidelines including dietary and allergy denotations.
• Oversee and ensure consistency of product and service is at a high standard
• Oversee that all food safety standards are in place and met
• Change menus as directed by senior staff.
• Ensure only positive guest reviews for the quality of food in all F & B areas
• Achieve budgeted food and labor costs.
• Ensure proper culinary methods and techniques through continuous training and feedback.
• Keep all food and service levels at a high standard.
• Scheduling of employees
• Directly responsible for management of all purchasing.
• Menu cost control.
• Direct and lead and coach direct reports and ensure their effectiveness in the operation.
• Oversee and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.
• Complete regular walk-throughs with overnight cleaners and engineering consistently.
• Attend all weekly meetings.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Food Handler Certification
• Valid Driver's License

Working Conditions:

• This position may require standing for long periods of time and working around equipment that produces a good degree of heat.
• Frequent lifting of 50 pounds, use of sharp cutlery, kitchen equipment, hot liquids, etc., in addition to high heat.

Skills and Abilities:

• This position requires a highly motivated, organized individual who communicates, cooperates, and can adapt to changing situations.
• A commitment to long days and a personality that is well-versed in dealing with both front-of-house and heart-of-house business.
• Must show control and leadership to ensure a positive and efficient crew.
• Must be able to maintain stability under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must work closely with culinary staff, sous chefs, and front-of-house team members to ensure good relations.
• Works closely with the Sales and Catering team and respective clients on menu design.

Position Analysis/Specifications:

N/A

(Not Applicable)

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENTLY

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Bending Over

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Crouching

X

Kneeling

X

Balancing

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Lifting / Carrying:

10 lbs. or less

X

11 to 25 lbs.

X

26 to 50 lbs.

X

51 to 70 lbs.

X

Manual Dexterity

X

Fine Motor Skills

X

Gross Motor Skills

X

Eye / Hand Coordination

X

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Color Recognition

X

Hearing

X

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Environmental factors may include indoor setting with overhead lighting and comfortable ventilation. May occasionally be called upon to work in all areas of the property, both inside and outside, possibly in inclement weather.

YES

NO

Working Outside

X

Working Inside

X

Working Alone

X

Working Closely with Others

X

Excessive Cold / Heat

X

Excessive Humidity / Dampness

X

Noise / Vibrations

X

Working Above Ground

X

Working Below Ground

X

Working with Chemicals / Detergents / Cleaners

X

Working Around Fumes / Smoke / Gas

X

Walking on Uneven Surfaces

X

Operating Motorized Equipment or Vehicles

X

Working Around/Near Machinery/Motorized Equipment

X

Climbing on Scaffolds or Ladders

X

Continuous use with a Computer and Keyboard

X

In addition, we value and encourage your creativity with menu design, recipes, items and ingredients, your continuous improvement and personal commitment to service excellence, which has permitted our company to be recognized for delivering extraordinary guest and member experiences. Success and growth in the future are dependent upon our ability to take Garden of the Gods Resort and Club (GGRC) to the next level. For this reason, our most important continuing objective is to provide unparalleled service and hospitality from the heart.

The collective strength of the GGRC team is derived from the individual effort and dedication of every team member. The full use of your knowledge, experience, ability, and energy is important to our success as we work together for excellence.

To be successful, your individual initiative, passion, and commitment, as well as thoughtful participation as a member of different teams in which you work, are required. Individual effort in the performance of your own duties, and positive and productive interactions with others, both internal and external to the company, are crucial.