Executive Chef|Kitchen Manager Apply
Sunset Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef for our new Capitola Village seafood restaurant opening in spring 2024! Our company takes pride in operating professional establishments, dedicated to providing high quality service and food in a beautiful environment. We have an intentional approach to hospitality centered around the love of community, high standards of service, and quality ingredients. If you are a dynamic leader who can inspire and elevate a team, this is the job for you!
Ideal Candidate: We are looking for an individual with at least 3 years of kitchen management experience, with a strong focus on seafood. The ideal candidate has a supportive management style and fosters positive employee morale. They are a hands-on leader who is driven and motivated by exceeding expectations, will have an extensive knowledge of food trends, and believes in the details that make up an exceptional dining experience.
Job Description:
- 50 hours per week, including weekends and holidays
- Oversees the production and successful execution of all menu items as detailed by the company.
- Responsible for all day-to-day operations of the kitchen. Works closely with kitchen staff to ensure respective jobs are executed per company guidelines.
- Possesses skills necessary for completing and maintaining timely inventories; has experience calculating and managing proper food cost.
- Create and implement regulatory systemsscheduling, prep, breaks, temperature regulation, waste accounting, sanitation, attire, cleaning, etc.
- Report necessary kitchen repairs and maintenance
- Have clear, effective and professional communication skills, with the ability to diffuse tension and problem solve.
- Hiring and trainingoversee and implement training schedule for all new employees.
- Ensure an organized, clean, and safe working environment while upholding company and health department guidelines.
- Expedite during peak business hours to ensure smooth kitchen flow, and that all orders are plated correctly and efficiently.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years kitchen managerial experience in a high-volume restaurant
- 5+ years line and prep experience in a high-volume restaurant
- Passionate and knowledgeable about seafood, up and coming food trends, and hospitality
- Detailed oriented, and committed to high food standards & quality control
- Highly energetic with a positive and collaborative management style
- Able to lead and inspire staff during busy and slow times, enjoys coaching and teaching
- Proficient in Excel and Word
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred
- RBS and Food Safety Certified
Salary:
Competitive starting base salary (DOE)
All qualified applicants may email a resume to Kat@stokesadobe.com. We will contact you to set up an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Experience level:
- 3 years
Shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
Work setting:
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fine dining restaurant
Experience:
- Culinary experience: 3 years (Preferred)
- Cooking: 3 years (Preferred)
- Chefs: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Capitola, CA 95010: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
