Executive Chef - Island Shrimp Co. Rocketts Landing

Job DetailsJob Location: Island Shrimp Co. - Rocketts Landing - Richmond, VA 23231Position Type: ManagerEducation Level: Not SpecifiedTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceAbout HOUSEpitality Family:

Our family-run restaurant group has grown from a single neighborhood location in 1988 to include 9 locations and 3 distinct concepts: The Boathouse offers a contemporary coastal menu with a strong seafood focus, including our own private oyster bed in the Chesapeake Bay. Casa del Barco draws inspiration from our culinary team’s travels in Mexico to reinvent tradition. Island Shrimp Co’s resort fare transports guests to a world of paradise flavors and No Bad Days. Over the years and across concepts, our mission has stayed the same: to help guests celebrate life one bite at a time.

As an Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including ordering, menu execution, and staff management. You will operate within a quarterly budget and be accountable in part for costs of goods, labor, and sales. You will work closely with the Front of House management team to ensure that your location delivers a five star experience to our guests.

Core Responsibilities:


Knowledge and implementation of all local, state, federal safety and sanitation laws and regulations
Represent company as an industry professional in both communication and appearance
Maintains expected COGs and Labor goals on a consistent basis
Consistent inventory and ordering control
Accurate checking of deliveries and inventory rotation (FIFO)
Hire, train, certify, and review back of the house positions
Supervises prep, cooking, and presentation ensuring standards are met
Follows, adds to, and edits all checklists and line checks as needed
Accountable for the success of private, holiday, and promotional events
Holds self and others accountable to company core values and standards
Proactive in self development and growth
Implements feedback and coaching from leaders for development and growth


Compensation:



Competitive Salary and eligible for the management incentive program


Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


Company Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Life


Paid Time Off


Meal benefits


Tuition reimbursement


QualificationsDesired Experience and Attributes:



4+ years experience including working knowledge of all kitchen stations


Flexibility in scheduling, working major holidays and seasonal high-volume periods


Able to work large events, expedite line, lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods


Honed soft skills for working efficiently, effectively, and respectfully to foster and maintain a positive team culture


Motivational management style with ability to work in a team environment and see the bigger picture


Strong customer service orientation with a willingness to share knowledge and care about others