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Opening Executive Chef : Historic Inn & Culinary Landmark

Opening Executive Chef : Historic Inn & Culinary Landmark

Hospitality ConfidentialNew York
2 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job description

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Hospitality Confidential is pleased to present an exciting new Executive Chef role in Westchester, NY. Our client is a historic inn & restaurant where rustic colonial charm meets luxurious comfort. A culinary landmark since the 1700’s — where chefs are given the stage to create unforgettable dining experiences , using an ever-evolving menu built around local produce, sourced from small farms throughout the region and a curated wine list. This historic inn & restaurant is located in a quiet, tree-lined area about an hour from Manhattan, offering a retreat-like atmosphere.

The Executive Chef holds the ultimate responsibility for all culinary operations within the kitchen, reporting directly to both the General Manager and Ownership. Their duties encompass menu creation, recipe design, and supervision of food preparation . They also manage all kitchen staff, including waiters, dishwashers, and bussers. Additionally, the Executive Chef oversees kitchen inventory, ordering, equipment maintenance, and ensures compliance with all state and federal health and safety regulations.

The culinary program includes :

Tap Room Restaurant & Bar :

  • Lunch, Brunch (Breakfast) & Dinner
  • Seasonal Menus
  • Cost Management

Main Dining Room :

  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Seasonal Menus
  • Cost Management
  • Private Events & Banquets :

  • Seasonal Menus
  • Cost Management
  • Program Management
  • Inn Rooms :

  • Lounge Snacks
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Room Service
  • Guest Packages
  • Main Duties

  • Directly manage all kitchen staff.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain systems for kitchen staff.
  • Full discretion to build, manage, and structure the kitchen team, including authority over hiring, development, scheduling, and performance management of all back-of-house personnel.
  • Train, develop, and motivate staff, fostering strong team morale.
  • Hold kitchen staff accountable for adhering to company standards and procedures.
  • Maintain budgets for labor, food, and other relevant operating costs.
  • Create menus, design recipes, and oversee recipe preparation.
  • Assist the General Manager in system maintenance and upkeep.
  • Collaborate with the General Manager on detailed planning and administrative tasks for special projects.
  • Investigate and resolve food quality issues, ensuring food is prepared correctly, served in appropriate portions, and presented attractively. This includes maintaining proper reheating procedures at off-site locations and providing guidance to on-site staff.
  • Attend operational and banquet event order meetings, and communicate relevant challenges, nuances, and issues to sous chefs.
  • Meet weekly with the General Manager and Ownership.
  • Conduct weekly and monthly kitchen meetings, documenting minutes and follow-up action plans.
  • Work with the General Manager on biannual culinary team meetings to review new menus, presentations, and production methods.
  • Lead meetings with senior management for continuous improvement and operational reviews.
  • Key Competencies

  • Decision-making
  • Judgment
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving
  • Planning and organizing
  • Resource management
  • Communication
  • Customer service focus
  • Quality orientation
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Flexibility
  • High energy level
  • Stress tolerance
  • Schedule

    The role of Executive Chef requires a ~50-hour minimum work week with flexibility to accommodate the businesses’ operational needs, including evenings, weekends, and private events. Examples include but are not limited to :

  • Extended hours during peak service periods (e.g. holidays, high-volume weekends, or special culinary focused events).
  • Availability for events or promotional activities.
  • Coverage for unexpected staffing needs.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to grasp, lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 lbs.
  • Comfortable with frequent bending, kneeling, standing, and walking for extended periods.
  • Must adapt to fast-paced movements throughout the property.
  • Capable of performing physical tasks such as lifting, cleaning, and equipment handling.
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range - $140K - $180K
  • Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Annual Bonus, 4 weeks PTO, Sick Time
  • Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

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