The Luna Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for Luna & Pronto, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. Celebrity chef branded, featuring local farmers and product.
This position will consistently work with GDL Cucina to maintain food presentation and quality in keeping with their specific branding. Seasonal menu changes as needed will be conducted and executed as dictated by their scheduled changes. Consistent meetings with these partners will be scheduled to discuss optimum revenue strategies and operational efficiencies.
He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen in keeping with local Department of Health. The Luna Executive Chef will review operational efficiencies through the constant evaluation of work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.
He/she plans menus with GDL Cucina with feedback from Caesars GM and AGM. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Exempt managers must customarily and regular direct the work of at least 3 full-time associates or their equivalents. Primary duties must consist of administrative, executive, or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.
Education & Experience
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field, a 2-year college degree, and 3 or more years of related experience. Or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 to 2 years of related experience or a Culinary Degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field.
- Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
- Supervisory experience working with 3rd party partners a plus.
- Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
- Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
- Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions
- ServSafe Certified
- Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, statutory requirements regarding health and safety, sanitation, proper chemical usage, fire procedures, and HACCP
- Knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations
- Ability to read, write, and understand English
- Ability to perform basic/intermediate math skills
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, and guests
- License Certificate: Food Safety Employee Training required and Food Handler’s Card
Job Duties & Functions (additions)
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with HCW Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
- Comply at all times with HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient restaurant and hotel operations.
- Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Maintain food costs within budget guidelines.
- Establish and maintain a file of recipe cards according to HCW Hospitality and GDL Cucina standards.
- Attend Weekly F&B Meeting.
- Conduct monthly department meetings with kitchen staff according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards.
- Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all kitchen personnel according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina S.O.P.'s.
- Review kitchen staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to accounting on a timely basis.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards.
- Be responsible for developing a manager as assigned by the Corporate Office, including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement.
- Prepare and conduct all Kitchen interviews and follow hiring procedures according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina S.O.P.'s.
- Conduct all 90 day and annual employee performance appraisals according to HCW Hospitality S.O.P.'s.
- Ensure implementation of all HCW Hospitality policies and all house rules.
- Prepare, implement and maintain a record of food specifications.
- Provide training materials to both front and back of the house staff for relevant jobs as it pertains to the menu knowledge and cooking procedures
- Prepare employee shift schedule according to the business forecast, payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Present the Schedule and the Wage Progress Report to the Caesars Assistant General Manager weekly.
- Ensure that wage progress and productivity reports are competed accurately and on a timely basis according to
- Ensure compliance to brand and company training using the steps to effective training according to HCW Hospitality and GDL Cucina Standards.
- Maintain a clean kitchen by implementing and maintaining a standard of "Clean As You Go."
- Maintain proper record keeping (receiving tickets, invoices, transfer logs) according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards.
- Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled.
- Supervise staff in all food preparation, including proper receiving and storage of all food and food related items
- Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.
- Complete all paperwork required by HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina on a timely basis.
- Review B.E.O.s and attend the Daily B.E.O. Meeting.
- Develop and adhere to kitchen budget according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards.
- Participate in and oversee monthly food inventories.
- Participate in special F&B promotions and critique them after implementation.
- Ensure competitive bidding and adhere to corporate purchasing guidelines.
- Develop and implement systems to control waste.
- Review/change menus as per corporate directive and hold menu tastings after a menu change.
- Recommend to General Manager all kitchen operating supplies and capital purchases required.
- Maintain awareness of local competition and industry trends.
- Develop employee morale and ensure training of all Kitchen personnel.
- Adhere to and enforce company policies and statutory requirements with regards to health and safety, sanitation, fire procedures and HACCP..
- Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers, employees and other departments.
- Ensure that Kitchen employees are at all times attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, all other employees and managers.
- Conduct daily “BUZZ” sessions or pre-shift meetings with staff.
- Maintain follow through for all guest requests and complaints presented to the kitchen.
- Determine and price daily special. Ensure specials are served to standard, plated properly and evaluated for success/repeat use.
- Develop production schedule for work assignments.
- Establish and maintain key control system.
- Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions as required by management.
- Ensure that plating standards and use records are posted according to HCW Hospitality & GDL Cucina standards.
- Review food sales for accuracy daily.
- Review menu abstracts, P.O.S. report and daily food cost report.
- Operate and be able to make changes in P.O.S. system.
- Maintain an "86'd" item board.
- Plan employee menus and oversee Employee Breakroom.
- Oversee all outlets and banquet food display merchandising, including prop use and buffet decoration.
- Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases, vouchering, schedules, forecasts, reports and tracking logs.
- Assist the General Manager and Engineering Department in implementing and maintaining emergency procedures.
- Maintain required pars of all stock.
- Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager.