Executive Chefs complete a variety of creative, organizational and leadership tasks to ensure a kitchen runs optimally and patrons’ meals are satisfactory. Their responsibilities frequently include:

• Developing unique and cuisine-appropriate menus
• Collaborating with the Restaurant Manager to set item prices
• Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry
• Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations
• Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors
• Hiring, training and supervising kitchen staff
• Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery
• Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques
• Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Executive Chefs use a variety of culinary skills and soft skills to lead kitchens and provide excellent meal service to patrons. These skills include:

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• Expert knowledge of the restaurant or organization’s cuisine
• Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavor pairings and other cooking best practices
• Ability to develop unique recipes
• Current knowledge of trends in the restaurant industry
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local food handling regulations
• Comfortable training, directing and supervising kitchen staff
• Exceptional leadership skills, including motivation and goal-setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management and organization