Executive Chef
Job Location:
Norfolk, MA - USA
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Job Summary
Who are we looking for
Are you someone who values teamwork takes ownership of your role and is passionate about serving our guests with warmth and hospitality Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team! Whether youre greeting guests with a friendly smile assisting them with their needs or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. We are seeking candidates with a wide variety of knowledge skills and experiences to contribute to our continued success. Whether youre a seasoned professional or just starting your career we have opportunities for you to grow and excel with us!
Join Our Team and Passionately Serve Our Guests! At Shamin Hotels were not just in the hospitality business; were in the business of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. As a family-owned and operated company based in Central Virginia we take pride in providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming atmosphere for travelers from near and far. If youre someone who thrives on positive interactions and is passionate about making every guest feel valued and appreciated we want you on our team! For years weve been dedicated to providing exceptional service to our guests while nurturing the talents and ambitions of our team members. If youre looking for a company where you can build a career not just a job Shamin Hotels is the place for you!
Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels
- Amazing Benefits! In addition to competitive pay we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates including health dental vision accident and short and long term disability insurance pet insurance gym membership discounts Paid time off Paid holidays Shamin Perk discounts on tickets rental cars and attractions footwear discounts 401K plan with company match employee discounts at our branded hotels and more!
- Endless Opportunities! With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether youre interested in front-line operations corporate management or hotel development we have opportunities for you to shine.
- Advancement! Were proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels were committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels family!
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about hospitality and ready to embark on a rewarding career with Shamin Hotels we want to hear from you! Please apply here: Overview:
Executive chefs manage the daily operations of restaurants and kitchens. They oversee the hiring and training of new staff as well as managing the performance and output quality of existing staff. They may also handle menu creation budgeting and collaborate with upper management and marketing teams.
Responsibilities:
Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.
Must ensure that all supplies are ordered stocked and properly stored. This includes all food items dishes and utensils cleaning products cooking supplies and any other item necessary for kitchen functioning.
Responsible for hiring and firing kitchen staff. The Executive Chef is responsible for making sure the kitchen is adequately staffed in all areas and that employees receive the necessary training to ensure quality culinary dishes are produced.
Assigns duties to staff such as food preparation tasks or assigned line positions.
Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.
Have a strong and highly visible and respectful presence with guests be an exceptional communicator have the maturity to instinctively know how to treat guests with a high-level of service. Further must be able to communicate these expectations to the staff and positively motivate them to understand and execute those expectations.
Develop interesting and innovative ways of promoting; incremental revenue for outlets use relevant marketing techniques to drive guest usage of food and beverage operations assuring guest needs and desires are consistently met and often exceeded.
Be responsive to guest requests for menu selections event planning etc. and strive to find creative ways to accommodate reasonable guest requests; believe in the service philosophy; the answer is yes now what is the question
Work with appropriate departments and recommend strategies that will achieve the goal of consistently providing outstanding Food and Beverage experience for our guests.
Research new products and develop an analysis of the cost and profit benefits.
Review new techniques for food preparation and presentation in a manner and variety that maximizes guest satisfaction and minimizes food costs.
Have a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness while also maintaining quality and integrity of the plan.
Provides the vision leadership and strategy to inspire associates to deliver exceptional service and drive financial
success. Embrace and promote Shamin Hotels culture TOPS.
Top Requirements:
Team Up: Be Golden Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
Own It: Be a role model Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
Passionately Serve: Be Positive Care Deeply and Create Memories.
About Us:
In a story of entrepreneurial spirit and partnership P.C. Amin and his brother-in-law B.N. Shah embarked on a remarkable venture in 1978. They seized an opportunity purchasing a bankrupt hotel in Lumberton North Carolina. United by their vision and commitment to excellence they merged their names Shah and Amin to create Shamin Hotels. Today Shamin Hotels stands as a testament to their legacy having grown into the largest hotel owner and operator in Virginia with over 70 hotels spanning multiple states. Here! you know someone who might be interested in working at Shamin Hotels Receive cash rewards for your referral! See your general manager for details!
Shamin Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
General Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
General Education associate degree Recommended
Culinary Degree preferred
Understanding of Restaurant; Room Service; Bar/Lounge and Banquet department procedures
Knowledge of basic sanitation requirements and food handling safety standards
Effective decision-making skills
Strong customer and associate relation skills
Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they relate to the kitchen
Ability to effectively manage labor productivity
Good presentation and platform skills
Good communication skills (verbal listening writing)
Strong organization skills
Effective conflict management skills
Effective change management skills
Good training/facilitator skills
Knowledge of purchasing inventory controls supplies and equipment
Knowledge of governmental regulations and safety standards (OSHA EPA ADA CFC NFPA)
Experience with financial management e.g. ability to understand P&L statements manage operating budgetsforecasting and scheduling
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Shamin Hotels, based in Richmond, Virginia, is a family-owned hotel management and ownership company that owns and operates over 70 hotels across 5 states.
