Hotel Executive Chef - Year Round - Full Time

Steamboat

  • Denver, CO
  • $80,000-90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.Year Round
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
  • Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
  • Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
  • Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
  • Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match
  • Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
  • Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
  • Free regional bus pass
*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.POSITION SUMMARYThe Steamboat Grand Hotel is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary teams. We are looking for a visionary chef to elevate our culinary offerings in our three dining venues and our event space, which is well over 17,000 square feet. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and passion to our kitchen, overseeing menu development and maintaining high standards of food quality. This role offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Join us and be part of a team committed to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.Please note: Only qualified candidates with senior F&B experience in upscale, full-service hotels will be considered.Resume required, cover letter recommended.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Evaluates local tastes and develops recipes to reflect and enhance local character and interest.
  • Meets and exceeds each guest's highest expectations for delivery, presentation and taste.
  • Cultivates a following of regulars.
  • Professionally develops relationships with regional suppliers and maximizes use of regional ingredients.
  • Familiar with regionally available ingredients, varieties, seasons, etc.
  • Professionally develops a management team.
  • Professionally develops kitchen line and utility staff.
  • Develops and manages processes for kitchen service that integrate BOH and FOH into a seamless operation.
  • Develops and oversees processes for kitchen organization, cleanliness, and maintenance.
  • Collaborates with and supervises kitchen staff regarding menu development, kitchen operations and maintenance.
  • Oversees all hiring and training of BOH staff. Approves hiring and termination of all employees.
  • Writes weekly kitchen schedules to ensure sufficient staffing for each meal period.
  • Generates documents for all HR actions for the BOH team and delivers completed documents to HR.
  • Administers all BOH management and employee reviews.
  • Controls costs by monitoring and evaluating food, labor and operating expenses.
  • Meets with vendors to purchase new items and explores the best pricing.
  • Constantly seeks improvement in self, staff, and restaurant.
  • Reads guest surveys and adjusts accordingly as issues arise.
  • Assist Events Dept. with winning business, providing service, and driving revenue.
  • Works closely with the Sales and Marketing team to market the restaurant brand through various media channels.
  • Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Associate's degree in culinary arts or a minimum 4 years' experience as an Executive Chef/Executive Sous chef
  • Must have at least 4 years' experience in a leadership role as an Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef in a professional kitchen
  • Prior food and beverage kitchen management experience required
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as Food Trak, preferred
  • Ability to problem solve in a highly effective manner and maintain positive relationships with guests and staff, including management, subordinates and co-workers
  • Ability to be a consistent role model for company's Service Excellence standards
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives.Steamboat area base salary range: $80,000-$90,000 per yearPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be minimum 18 years of age
  • Able to stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work at a high pace
  • Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs. (i.e. a sack of potatoes or stacked supplies)
  • Ability to communicate clearly in English both written and verbal
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.WORKING CONDITIONSIndoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.

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