Restaurant Chef

Overview

Job Overview: As Chef, you’ll be responsible for the overall dining program and execution of all aspects of the culinary experience for the community. The Executive Chef will be enhancing the resident experience through creating weekly specials that are on brand and presented well. This leader will establish a relationship with the Association’s Board of Directors and all of the residents acting as a key contact in all aspects of the Food Service experience.

The Helm is able to seat approximately 120 guests, including a full indoor/outdoor bar that will offer signature cocktails, local beers, and wine. The restaurant features a central outdoor courtyard which leads to a resort style pool deck. In addition, the Horizon Club also features a Grand Ballroom which seats approximately 160 guests. As with our Del Webb Nocatee location, The Helm showcases authentic, seasonally driven fare and is set against a beautiful modern coastal interior.

The Helm will operate 5 days a week and will be closed all major holidays. Our restaurants are founded on a culture of mentorship and provide a solid foundation of skills to support our profession.

Your Responsibilities

• Managing all kitchen and back of house staff. Including the hiring, discipline & termination, training and work schedules.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Culinary Team to ensure strict adherence to all applicable standard policies, procedures, and programs.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact and communicate successfully to the residents and team.
• Demonstrate ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate course of action
• Assures a high standard of appearance, hospitality, and service in personnel and cleanliness of dining areas.
• Supervise and train and develop the back of house staff.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills, able to develop a team in back of house
• Exceptionally creative and quality cooking experience- must be able to consistently create fresh concepts and specials.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends.
• Current with culinary and dining trends and styles
• Basic knowledge of beer, wine, & spirits
• Some front of house exposure
• Must be willing to frequently work ‘on the line’ and be hands on in all food prep.
• Must be willing to get out from the kitchen and interact with residents and be the face of the operation.
• Excellent verbal communication skills required
• Knowledgeable of proper food handling procedures
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 30 – 50 lbs.
• Work in an upright standing or sitting position for long periods of time.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information by means of the spoken and written word.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Yes

Schedule
:
Wednesday - Sunday, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

What We Offer

As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and Vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Compensation
: $70,000 annually

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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