Chef - SOL Mexican Cocina

Xperience Restaurant Group is driven by team members who have a relentless passion for hospitality. Our expectations are high, and we never settle for anything less than delicious. Is that you? If so, join our family!!Wait there's more, XRG offers.........Competitive salary & Profit for Partners Program (generous bonus structure)Career growth opportunities. We love to promote from within! #XperienceRealGrowthSafety and Compliance IncentiveProgramProfessional Development Reimbursement Program (tuition reimbursement)FREE FOOD! Monthly Meal Card allowance to use at any of our locations/brandsPaid vacationComprehensive Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vison, and 401(k)match*Company paid Life InsurancePet Insurance, Legal Services and more!PURPOSEThe Chef is responsible for over site of the complete back of house operation to include controlling all food related costs, back of house team member labor costs, food quality and overall condition of the kitchen area.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPerform daily line check and safety walk throughsResponsible for food budget and cost control of food and laborInvestigate and review all sub-standard food with BOH teamReview the suppliers and its goods price every month Monitor food waste and find solutions to minimize food waste Work with Corporate Chef on menu development and engineeringKeep the kitchen running smoothly and adequately stocked with all necessary goods Create an environment of trust and mutual respectResponsible for complete life cycle of all team members to include hiring, training, coaching/counseling, skill development and terminations Monitor and maintain highest standards of food and beverage quality, guest service, cost control, and consistency of serviceManage staffing levels and controllable costs ensuring they are in line with budget Complete nightly logs and manager reportsMonitor and enforce inventory controlsEnsure accurate and thorough information regarding menu items and food allergen information is up to dateRecognize and cultivate regular guests and repeat businessRespond to guest concerns/complaints and correct errors or resolve complaints Comply with all safety and health department procedures and all state and federal liquor lawsMaintain company safety and sanitation standardsEnsure complete and proper check out proceduresAssists and/ or completes additional tasks as assignedQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts preferredProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesValid Driver's License21+ years of agePossession of or the ability to possess all state required work cards Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of related experience Proficient in Windows MS Office, Open Table, OutlookKnowledge of profitability analysis and budgeting, cost of sales, payroll management, purchasing, receiving, inventories and cost controls Knowledge of state and local laws as it applies to labor and health code regulationsExperience with POS systems and back office reporting systemsProper lifting techniques Guest relationsSanitation and safetySafe alcohol serviceFull service restaurant operationsAbility to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the publicWORKING CONDITIONSThe working conditions described below are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.Small to medium office or shared work spaceWork indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floorsWork in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volumeFast paced, high volume, full service restaurantWork varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidaysPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Ability to walk long periods of timeAbility to stand for long periods of timeAbility to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of timeAbility to understand the speech of another personAbility to speak clearly so listeners can understandAbility to push and lift up to 50 lbsAbility to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlDISCLAIMERThis job description is a summary of duties, which you are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.