Location
Salem, MA | United States
Job description
The Hotel Salem is looking for a Culinary Leader to oversee all of our Culinary operations at our property. We have multiple outlets including Counter, located on Historic Downtown Salem's Pedestrian Mall, Cellar, our Private Event Space, and The Roof, Salem's only rooftop bar! Our Hotel is looking for a forward-thinking and talented Executive Chef to give our guests a great dining experience. We require an effective supervisor who can produce innovative menus and recipes, oversee all culinary operations including our restaurants and our busy private event calendar. The Executive Chef must guarantee health and safety regulations are met. Our ideal candidate is an inventive culinary leader who can recruit and develop great personnel to provide guests with a top-notch dining experience. You must have experience as an executive chef or extensive experience as a sous chef. Apply today if you are ready to bring your creative culinary expertise to our exciting program! The Hotel Salem is part of Lark Hotels, a Boutique Hotel Management Company with over 50 properties across the US. Lark Hotels offers excellent benefits including Health, Vision, Dental, and Discounts at our other properties.
Responsibilities:
- Create new and unique menu items and specials using various ingredients in an innovative way
- Manage controllable department expenses such as food, supplies, uniforms, equipment, and collaborate with vendors to achieve the highest quality products at the most reasonable price
- Review and track team member performance objectives, as well as offer guidance and assistance to support and promote an efficient kitchen
- Supervise all food preparation in the kitchen, including procedures, portioning, garnishing, and ensure that all meals and dishes are attractively presented
- Establish a collaborative environment for kitchen workers by educating recruits and hiring personnel that fit the corporate culture
Qualifications:
- Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
- Must have 7-8 years of culinary experience for this role
- Candidates must have completed high school or received similar certification such as a GED
- Strong leadership skills with experience leading, motivating, and developing a team
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers
About Company:
The Hotel Salem is a vibrant and one-of-a-kind accommodation on the North Shore of Boston. This 44-room boutique Salem hotel is in the middle of the action on the bustling Essex Street pedestrian mall in the city center. It is home to two restaurants including Salem's only seasonal rooftop bar as well as multiple event spaces.
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