Chef De Cuisine
Job Description
Are you outgoing, energetic, passionate, and authentic? Enchantment is the perfect spot for you!At Enchantment, we work together to create and deliver personalized extraordinary experience for all guests and team members here at the resort. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, engaging, and we have one of the best views you'll ever find! Come join us!How you will enjoy your day: The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Kitchen including but not limited to coordination of new menu ideas and utilization of products to maximize customer satisfaction and control of food costs, overseeing food preparation, inventory & portion control and ordering of all foods necessary for kitchen operation. From time to time may be asked to assist in supporting other kitchen areas.If this job is the right fit for you, you will:Maintain daily communication with the Executive Outlets ChefExecute food guidelines based on Forbes Standards to achieve a score of 90 and above during inspections in Che Ah ChiOrder and maintain food pars in the kitchen Responsible for maintaining food quality standards set by the Clubhouse Chef and ensuring guest satisfactionResponsible to produce the highest quality and innovating dishes to assist positioning Food & Beverage as a resort pillarWork closely with the Clubhouse Chef in menu development and presentation as well as recipe standardizationResponsible along with Clubhouse Chef, in maintaining overall food and labor costs within budgetary guidelinesMaintain hygiene standards in Che Ah Chi kitchen that are set by companyInvolved in staff recruiting and monitoring their performanceSet standards and maintain food presentation quality in Che Ah Chi at all times along with the Clubhouse ChefPlay active role in dining room visiting tables and observing service.Execute all production and plating in a timely, efficient manner and to exceed guest expectationsTrain the lead cook(s) on costing and ordering systemSource out new, exciting, and local products and supplies to constantly develop menusRemain on top of culinary trends and always seek to improve progressive menusResponsible for scheduling of staff in Che Ah Chi ensuring that schedules are posted in a timely fashionTrack employee staffing and process payroll records for culinary staffEnsure that proper par stocks of all food items are maintained.Always be well groomed, in proper uniform, and be a role model to all staffResponsible for motivating staff and disciplinary couchingsReceive all goods and ensure that they meet company quality specifications and reject those items that do notEnsure that all cook and hold temperatures of meats and sauces are maintained to county health standardsEnsure that standard recipes are being followed at all timesExecute modern, cutting-edge culinary trendsLiaise with restaurant managers, supervisors, and service staff regarding service issuesWork closely with the Pastry Chef in developing new dessertsOther duties as assigned Responsibility & AuthorityMaintain a high level of guest service at all times with quality products Uphold the resort commitment to hospitalityWork closely with all departments to ensure guest service levels are being metDeal effectively with all departments with regular communicationAssist with management of all culinary operationsMinimum RequirementsDegree from a postsecondary culinary arts program is desired and a minimum 5 years' experience in Fine/High end dining environment, Computer skills required in Word, Excel, and food & beverage software. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff and guests. Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to twelve (12) hours in length. Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Must maintain food handler's certification. Basic command of Spanish helpfulPhysical Requirements30% Sitting70% walking, standing, and bendingLifting/Carrying up to 50 lbs.Hearing and Manual dexterityTaste and smellDistance vision 1-3 feetAbility to drive golf cart on occasion as necessaryWe hope to see your application for this position and look forward to meeting you!