Executive Chef

The Halyard Restaurant Group, is searching for an Executive Chef to lead a team of loyal, hard-working, loyal crew members with daily services and banquets in a new restaurant as part of a newly renovated hotel. Our new restaurant, Agio, opened in May with breakfast, lunch, and dinner being served every day. We also have a couple of small rooms for banquets.

Responsibilities include:

Hiring and Training of Staff

Maintenance and Organization of Recipes

Maintaining Standards of Work and Job Duties

Maintaining Standards of Quality, Organization, and Cleanliness

Maintaining Standards of Positive, Happy Work Environment

Production of Menu Items and Daily Special

Organization and Production of Off Premise Catering

The expectations include: Integrity and Honesty, A High Sense of Urgency, Intensity with a Calm Demeanor, Humor to Roll with the Punches, Openness to Special Orders and Requests, Ability to Create Daily Specials, Ability to Create Seasonal Menus, Ability to Create Special Event Menus, Willingness to Train Staff, Ability to Learn and Follow Budget, Ability to Manage Cost of Goods Sold, Ability to Problem Solve, Great Organization to make it all happen.

Qualifications

• Strong organization
• Experience with large staff and multiple service periods
• Inventory management experience
• Food service management skills
• Strong background in kitchen management
• Proficiency in budgeting
• Banquet and upscale dining experience preferred
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively