Executive Chef
US-LA-New Orleans
Omni Hotels Management Corporation
Req #: 122166
Type: Royal Orleans
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Overview: Are you ready to take the reins of a high-energy, high-standard kitchen where creativity, precision, and excellence are the daily ingredients? We're looking for a visionary Culinary Leader to drive the overall success of our kitchen and food production outlets. Your mission: deliver unforgettable dining experiences while keeping operations efficient, cost-smart, and polished to perfection. In this role, you'll: * Lead with impact, overseeing daily kitchen operations and inspiring your team to consistently exceed guest expectations. * Own the standards, executing Omni Hotels' policies and ensuring every plate reflects our commitment to quality and excellence. * Drive profitability, maintaining tight budget controls without compromising creativity or flavor. * Collaborate closely, advising the Food and Beverage Director on all things culinary and influencing the direction of our food and beverage experiences. * Champion cleanliness and safety, partnering with the Executive Steward to maintain a spotless, safe, and high-performing kitchen environment. If you're passionate about food, relentless about standards, and thrive on leading teams to greatness - this is your stage. Responsibilities: * Own the Numbers: Partner with the Food & Beverage Director to build smart budgets (think food cost, payroll, overhead), track performance like a pro, and report any variances with action-driven solutions to keep us ahead of the game. * Know the Market, Beat the Market: Collaborate with Food & Beverage leaders to stay one step ahead of the competition, identifying opportunities to make our outlets the first choice in the city. * Design Menus That Wow: Dream up crave-worthy dishes and craft menu designs that balance creativity and cost-efficiency, working with the Food & Beverage Controller to ensure every item hits the mark. * Think Big, Plan Smart: Team up with the Food & Beverage Director to plan capital expenditures that will take our culinary operations to the next level. * Delight Every Guest: Drive daily excellence across all food service operations, ensuring every meal delivers on quality, consistency, and that unforgettable guest experience. * Champion Quality Control: Work hand-in-hand with the storeroom manager and food & beverage controller to maintain rigorous purchasing and receiving standards, ensuring only the best hits our kitchens. * Master the Forecast: Predict volume needs with precision to optimize production, minimize waste, and boost profitability without ever sacrificing quality. * Create, Innovate, Inspire: Develop signature recipes, cutting-edge production methods, and custom banquet menus that set our offerings apart. * Lead by Example: Constantly monitor food service during peak periods, ensuring impeccable standards, flawless presentation, and culinary magic at every turn. * Protect and Perfect: Manage kitchen equipment assets, schedule proactive maintenance, and safeguard the tools that keep our culinary engine running. * Stay Ahead of Trends: Maintain a pulse on both local and global food trends, creating dishes that excite today's guests and anticipate tomorrow's cravings. * Know the Competition: Keep a sharp eye on what others are serving - and make sure we're doing it better. * Fuel the Brand: Support and promote in-house events like culinary festivals, chef features, and competitions that create buzz and drive sales. * Optimize the Team: Strategically schedule and maximize staff productivity, keeping overtime under control while maintaining a happy, energized kitchen crew. * Recruit Rockstars: Interview and hire top culinary talent in partnership with HR and the Food & Beverage Director - because great teams create great experiences. * Train, Mentor, Grow: Develop and implement on-the-job and formal training programs that build skill, passion, and loyalty across the culinary team. * Stay Compliant: Stay informed of state labor laws and HR best practices, keeping our kitchen operations compliant and in good standing. * Run a Tight Ship: Create and manage efficient office procedures for menus, purchasing, correspondence, records, and all culinary documentation. * Lead with Purpose: Embrace all duties expected of a department manager, including active participation in key hotel initiatives and operational excellence programs. * Be a Department Dynamo: Stay engaged in Food & Beverage department initiatives, task forces, and meetings - shaping the future with your voice and vision. Qualifications: * Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience that's backed by serious kitchen leadership chops. * Executive-Level Expertise: 5+ years leading the charge in an Executive Chef role, with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and inspire culinary teams. * High-Volume Hustle: Solid background in high-volume hotel operations - you know how to keep the kitchen running like a well-oiled machine, even when the pressure's on. * Culinary Creativity: A true artist with the skills to back it up - your creativity will shine in a hands-on cooking test that shows what you're made of. * Business-Savvy: Deep understanding of food costing, inventory control, and driving profitability without sacrificing flavor or quality. * Cool Under Pressure: You thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and know how to keep your cool when the heat is on. * Tech-Smart: Comfortable navigating Excel, Word, and kitchen management systems - because modern kitchens run on more than just knives and flames. * Communication Champion: Clear, confident communicator - in writing, in person, with your team, and with our guests. * Guest Engagement: Comfortable connecting with guests, conducting meetings, and making every interaction a memorable one. * Cost Control Guru: You don't just understand cost control - you live it, breathe it, and coach it into your team's daily rhythm. * True Leader: Mentor, motivator, role model - you lead with heart, vision, and a commitment to excellence. * Hotel-Savvy: Strong background in hotel business operations - you get how the entire ecosystem works together, and you know how to elevate it.
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