- Lead and manage all kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality consistency and presentation.
- Execute and develop offerings in line with established set menus ensuring alignment with the culinary vision and brand identity of Delano.
- Take responsibility for authentic Italian culinary techniques and ingredients where appropriate maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation.
- Oversee daily preparation production and execution of all dishes in collaboration with the Executive Chef and kitchen staff.
- Monitor inventory control food costs and manage supplier relationships to ensure efficiency and quality.
- Ensure full compliance with health safety hygiene and sanitation regulations at all times.
- Recruit train mentor and evaluate culinary team members to build a high-performing and motivated team.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure all tools and appliances are in proper working order.
- Collaborate with restaurant management and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Continuously seek opportunities to elevate the dining experience and incorporate guest feedback into menu development.
- Implement and enforce kitchen policies procedures and best practices to maintain operational excellence.
- Analyze kitchen performance metrics and make data-driven decisions to improve productivity and profitability.
- Foster a culture of creativity collaboration and accountability within the kitchen team.
- Any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
- We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral services.
- We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.
Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Culinary Arts degree or relevant Bachelors degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary experience including at least 3 years in a senior kitchen leadership role preferably in a high-end or luxury dining environment
- Deep knowledge of culinary techniques kitchen operations menu development and food safety standards (e.g. HACCP)
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage food cost labor cost and inventory control
- Proven experience in leading developing and motivating diverse kitchen teams in high-pressure environments
- Familiarity with modern kitchen equipment and systems including ordering and inventory software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
- Ability to remain calm and organized during high-volume service periods and adapt quickly to dynamic operational needs
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periodstypically 8 to 10-hour shifts
- Physically able to bend reach lift carry push and pull up to 50 lbs as necessary
- Must demonstrate attention to detail strong organizational skills and a passion for culinary excellence
- Working knowledge of federal state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights occupational safety and health wage and hour issues and labor relations.
- Additional language ability preferred.
- All team members must maintain a neat clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time