Executive Chef

Title: Executive Chef  

Location: Upper East Side  

Org Unit: Griffis Faculty Club 

Work Days: Weekdays and some weekends 

Weekly Hours: 35.00 

Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $93,000.00 - $113,300.00  

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices 

Position Summary

Responsible for all Griffis Faculty Club culinary operations. This role manages daily kitchen activities, prepares menus, and plans and directs food preparation in the kitchen. In addition, the Chef will also assist with preparation for events held on and off premises.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops & implements policies as needed which foster a “member first” service culture. Meets daily with Club Manager & Kitchen Operations team to discuss matters concerning each meal period and to foster an atmosphere of cooperation between all staff.
• Responsible for the development and execution of all menus; a la carte, banquets and social events, with an emphasis on quality and consistency.
• Prepares profit and loss statements for member events and private parties with a focus on balancing cost control while providing members with a world-class dining experience.
• Recruits, trains, schedules and evaluates culinary staff. Implements and enforces employment policies as needed. Identifies and implements new ways of recruiting personnel.
• Responds to member comments, complaints and requests in a timely and positive manner with the goal of maximizing member satisfaction.
• Supervises staff in the production of all menus to ensure the highest quality ingredients, proper equipment usage, consistency, portion control and garnishing. Plans and prepares all menus to include appropriate quantities and staffing.
• Conducts bi-weekly line-ups for all meal periods in cooperation with the appropriate dining service leaders.
• Assists in the planning of annual operations and capital budgets to include policies and procedures that ensure proper controls as necessary to achieve the parameters established by the budget.
• Assures the consistent adherence to kitchen and storage area sanitation standards. Strictly adhere to the club’s “zero tolerance” policy as to critical violations of health department inspections.
• Takes an active role in continuing professional development and education, keeping aware of new industry trends, which will enhance the overall dining experience at Griffis Faculty Club.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Experience

A culinary degree from an accredited institution.

A minimum of five years as an Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef or comparable in high volume, high-quality venues, high-end private clubs. Significant related experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.

A strong background in club catering with a focus on high end, large volume club events.

A broad-based culinary background. Knowledge of regional cuisines is a plus as well as a working knowledge of current culinary trends and innovative cuisines.

A working knowledge of computer programs is a plus.

Previous responsibility for operations with multiple facilities outlets.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Recognition as a skilled teacher and mentor with a verifiable record of staff/team development and promotion from within.
• A career path marked by stability and professional achievement.
• Strong communications skills.
• Ability to provide a visible, highly professional and positive “hands-on” direction to the staff. The goal is to instill and nurture a positive attitude, professional demeanor and atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie among the entire team.

Licenses and Certifications

• Food Protection Certificate, issued by the Department of Health

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

 

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