Executive Chef - Toro

Summary :

• The Executive Chef directs all aspects of the kitchen operations including guest service, accounting / budgeting, and inventory control.
• The Executive Chef directs all operations in alignment with the direction of the General Manager.
• He / she will be responsible for quality service, meeting / exceeding financial goals, short and long term planning, and day to day operations.
• He / she will most importantly be responsible for being the creative and educational force behind the creation, execution, and consistency of excellent food along with the constant development, retention and growth of the kitchen staff.
• The Executive chef will accomplish this through total product knowledge, maintaining established food and labor percentages, and structured management controls.

Job Duties Costing and ordering of all food and non-alcoholic beverages Menu development to include :

Degree in Culinary Arts Minimum four years of culinary management experience, preferably upscale restaurant experience Well developed leadership qualities Ability to work well under pressure In depth knowledge of the front of the house and its workings Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation Proficiency in ordering, menu costing and labor forecasting Extensive knowledge in local and worldly cuisines Exceptional guest relations skills Computer skills Ability to work a flexible schedule Ability to motivate employees to be proficient at their jobs Benefits :