Head Chef

Overview Responsible for all aspects of food and beverage at Garnet Hill Lodge. Designs menus, oversees food preparation and ensures quality and consistency in output. Schedules, organizes, and supervises the work of all kitchen employees. Responsible for maintaining food and labor costs in line with budgets. Must be prepared to work weekends and holidays. Responsibilities Design the restaurant menus and develop all recipes, ensuring the correct preparation and presentation of all food items, ensuring consistent high quality in output as well as portion consistency. Price out menus to meet food costs and budget demands. Develop menus that are consistent with Garnet Hill Lodge’s food service philosophy. Ensure high sanitation standards that meet all local, state, and federal regulations. Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs. Purchase the necessary food by comparing prices and quality of products. Meet with sales representatives from food suppliers in order to negotiate prices and order supplies. Monitor food purchases to ensure consistent quality of ingredients. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training kitchen employees. Select, train, schedule, evaluate, lead, motivate and coach all kitchen staff. Provide a safe, supportive workplace environment for employees Work closely with the front of house staff to assure good coordination and interaction with kitchen staff. Communicate with other managers and staff to ensure operational needs are met. Attend regular manager meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments. Comply with the Garnet Hill Lodge employee handbook. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and management. Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquets. Required Skills Passion for preparing creative, high quality food Experience working in a busy restaurant Strong management skills Ability to plan, order and manage food inventory Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 10 - 15 years Bonus/Commission: No