Executive Catering Chef

Location

Scottsdale, AZ | United States

Job description

An immediate opportunity exists for a passionate, intuitive and driven executive catering professional who possesses a high level of experience and knowledge, combined with an outside of the box thinking style and the desire to innovate. We are a company that prides themselves on being dedicated to the details and are looking for an addition that is professional, dependable, enthusiastic, and friendly. Your busiest days should be your favorite days and you should be motivated by doing things a little better than yesterday.

The Executive Catering Chef must work well under pressure, have previous management experience, and be excited to join a team to not only maintain our standards of quality and guest satisfaction but will propel our brand and our business to new heights. This position is accountable for the company’s performance and requires strong organizational and communication skills to drive our commitment to excellent guest service and high-quality dining. Overall responsibilities include team leadership and motivation, financial management, guest satisfaction, delegation of additional administrative tasks.

Ideal candidates will have a well-developed knowledge of service standards and organic cuisine. We are searching for the right hospitality professional who will not only maintain our standards of quality and guest satisfaction but will propel our brand and our business to new heights. We offer great opportunities to build and grow into a professional hospitality expert while maintaining friendly and enjoyable work environments.

ESSENTAIL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead by firm, but fair leadership of co-workers and staff
• Understand completely all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs.
• Travel to set up new and ongoing locations across the USA
• Achieve company objectives in service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.
• Follow recipe guidelines as set down by Culinary Development Team.
• Will maintain highest standards of food quality and freshness.
• Will monitor food quality and presentation so to maintain consistent and uniform quality level.
• Will be thoroughly familiar with menu items including proper pronunciations of ingredients and preparation required.
• Will assist other staff members with their duties, as necessary.
• Will maintain physical workspace to highest standards of cleanliness, including familiarity with all local, state and federal health codes and laws pertaining to kitchen area and to food storage and preparation.
• Will assist in all food buying and sourcing.
• Will represent the company to all customers, purveyors, writers and others in a positive manner.
• Will attend all scheduled staff meetings as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience of at least 10 years leading a full-service, high-quality , fast pace CATERING kitchen.
• Must have 5 years managing off site catering operations
• Solid understanding of Whole 30, Paleo, Vegan and Vegetarian Cooking Methodologies.
• Previous work or schooling in nutrition and/or sports nutrition.
• Demonstrated high level of proficiency in all aspects of food preparation and menu development.
• Demonstrated high level of proficiency in all aspects of staff relations and training.
• Demonstrated high level of proficiency in all aspects of budget development and ability to meet financial goals.
• Able to be focused and decisive in fast-paced situations.
• Good physical condition in order to lift moderate weights, move quickly and remain on feet for prolonged long periods of time.
• A sincere desire to provide utmost quality service.
• Must be keen with attention to detail.
• Well-groomed appearance.
• Possess a valid Health Department Food Handlers Card and Active Managerial Credentials.

The herb box is your prime destination for locally sourced food with the freshest, seasonally inspired ingredients and traditional recipes. With two locations in Scottsdale, AZ, our eatery is proud to provide quality service, delicious food, and a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Our goal is to ensure you have a memorable dining experience with your family and friends.
​There’s no place like home. So, yours or ours? We offer on-site and off-site event services that are personalized to fit any style. Our catering options and private dining spaces allow for you and your guests to experience the perfect event. Whether it be for an intimate gathering or a large party, we have the space, the design, the service and the cuisine to create a memorable affair.
Start planning your event today at one of our three private dining spaces at Shea Blvd & 5th Avenue Old Town Locations. Have a larger event in mind? Ask us about our 5,000 sq ft patio at Shea and our buy-out options! We look forward to throwing an unforgettable party for you & your guests. Extraordinary cuisine, impeccable service, and beautiful spaces.

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