Executive Chef

Executive Chef

05 Mar 2024
Texas, Southwest TX 00000 Southwest TX USA

Executive Chef

Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 9 days.

Lajitas Golf Resort

21701 Fm 170, Terlingua, TX 79852

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

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Certifications

ServSafe

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Skills

Supervising experience

Kitchen management

Customer service

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Education

Bachelor's degree

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Job details

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Pay

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Job type

Full-time

Shift and schedule

8 hour shift

Overtime

Weekends as needed

10 hour shift

Morning shift

Night shift

Evening shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Holidays

Pay rate

Yearly pay

Work setting

Bakery

Resort

Location

21701 Fm 170, Terlingua, TX 79852

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Full job description

Position Title: Executive Chef

FLSA Status: Exempt

Purpose

To support Lajitas Vision of being recognized by our customers as the

“Friendliest Resort in Texas!" You should champion this culture in every touch point of our business from our associates, guests, owners, and communities. The service and courtesy you extend and promote on a daily basis will ensure a healthy and productive culture of serving others with excellence. As Executive Chef, you will Oversee all aspects of the kitchen(s) and culinary operations for the entire property.

Duties Position is responsible for planning and day-to-day operations of the kitchen(s).

Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc.) within guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.

Create and update menus to maximize profits and minimize loss.

Test and develops recipes.

Constantly communicating with line cooks to ensure the product is prepared correctly.

Conduct inventory, purchasing, and cost control.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Performs all essential functions while adhering to all SOPs and future food programs to ensure a consistent, quality product.

Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment that meets/exceeds federal, and state, standards and regulations.

Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.

Other Duties/Responsibilities

Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

Competency To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations.

Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Response to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under

control: Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating, and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities.

Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback.

Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others;

Improves processes, products, and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost-saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue;

Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals;

Understands the organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyze market and competition; Identify external threats and opportunities; adapt strategy to changing conditions.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential

duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws in the following departments:

Candelilla, Banquets, Mercado, Bakery, and Ocotillo. You will be directly supervising 25 employees.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

To carry out this position you must have the following:

Culinary Degree (or a min of 5 years experience in a similar position)

SERV Safe Certified Food Manager

Texas Food Manager Certificate or ability to acquire within 30 days of employment.

Valid Driver’s License.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee will be working in a fast paced kitchen. And is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non- weather); work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather) and extreme heat (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is standing for long periods of time, and required to walk; use hands, fingers, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste and smell.

Additional Compensation:

Bonuses

Store Discounts

Referral Program

Benefits:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Life Insurance

Schedule:

Weekends required

Holidays required

Day shift

Night shift

Overtime

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Experience level:

5 years

Pay rate:

Yearly pay

Shift:

10 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Evening shift

Morning shift

Weekly day range:

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Work setting:

Resort

Ability to Relocate:

Terlingua, TX 79852: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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