Franchised Executive Chef

Job Number 23102004Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation AC Hotel Portsmouth Downtown/Waterfront, 299 Vaughan Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United StatesSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementAdditional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Colwen Management, Inc The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including the selection and hiring process. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International.AC Hotel Portsmouth Downtown, Home to Rooftop at the Envio, a Colwen Hotels property, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for leading the kitchen operations, creating innovative menus, and preparing food for the restaurant and events. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, like to be challenged, and value the opportunity to make a difference. This position ensures the culinary team is balanced by focusing on an exceptional culinary experience for every guest and maximizing department profitability.Colwen Hotels is a hospitality group built on hard work, character and authenticity. We cultivate ideas and empower individuals to bring forward- thinking concepts to life to enrich guest experiences. Staying ahead of the curve is what has made us who we are today and we strive to keep our ideas fresh. We currently have 40 hotels in our portfolio operating across 10 states. With our continued growth and project pipeline, we are able to provide our associates with exciting career advancement growth and opportunities.Primary Contributions:

Ensure that the culinary team is continually balanced by focusing on an exceptional culinary experience to every guest and maximizing department profitability

Oversight of all Culinary operations

Work closely with sales teams and Hotel General Managers at assigned hotels

Recruit, interview and hire culinary associates for assigned hotel

Train and support all culinary associates and ensure performance in accordance with established hotel brand and Colwen standards

Conduct performance management reviews and follow ups

Create and implement new menus and individual menu items based on current food trends and regional tastes

Develop innovative menu selections for special events and functions in accordance with client dietary and budgetary considerations and expectations.

Recipe documentation and training of new recipe items

Coordinate, plan, participate and supervise the production, preparation and presentation of food for restaurants, events and lounge areas

Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary kitchen in compliance with all local, state, OSHA and federal food safety standards

Ensure proper portion sizes, garnish, presentation and safe preparation of food

Work the kitchen line as needed

Ensure that all required associates have current Serve Safe certification

Inspect food storage rooms and walk ins/refrigeration to maintain high quality product and to ensure food safety standards

Calculate accurate theoretical and weighted food costs

Estimate production based on forecast and Banquet Event Orders (BEO) needs daily and weekly

Follow proper ordering procedures based on business demands

Continuous analysis of labor and food cost to meet/exceed budget

Schedule and receive food deliveries, check deliveries for product quality and quantity

Perform other duties as assigned

We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings

Paid Time Off Programs

Employee Assistance Program

401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match

Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family

Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail

Training and Development Programs

Career Advancement Opportunities

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Able to understand financial goals and accomplish them

5 years of F&B experience (hotel experience preferred)

4 year culinary degree

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Proven track record in social and corporate catering

Strong knowledge of HACCP procedures and application

Knowledge and prior experience with outside vendors and associated ordering systems

Strong Leader of people

Strong presentation skills

Intermediate to advanced computer skills

Ability to learn computer systems and operate POS system

Willingness to work rotational work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

This company is an equal opportunity employer.frnch1