Executive Chef

Stew Leonard's
City of Yonkers, NY
Category Food Services
Job Description
Role Overview

As the Executive Chef, you will oversee all aspects of the culinary operation, including menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high food quality and safety standards. You will be responsible for ensuring the salad bar and displays are merchandised and appropriate signage is visible, and for managing team members progressive disciplinary procedures. The Executive Chef will also be responsible for ensuring the department complies with all health codes, sanitation and safety regulations, and maintaining a Health Dept. rating of 'A'.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include ensuring accurate inventories, participating in monthly, quarterly and yearly department inventories, attending department BASH and Strategy meetings, and providing timely feedback by completing and delivering comprehensive 90 day and mid-year Performance Chats. You will also be responsible for managing team members progressive disciplinary procedures, ensuring the department complies with all health codes, sanitation and safety regulations, and maintaining a Health Dept. rating of 'A'.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are looking for an Executive Chef who can handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot effectively, and maintain a positive work environment. You will be responsible for fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism, promoting a positive work environment, and conducting and participating in culinary training sessions and workshops as needed. You will also be responsible for attending/participating in trade shows, and making quick decisions to drive business results.

Requirements

  • 5 years of experience at senior level in a grocery store or similar environment
  • Bachelor's Culinary Degree
  • Food Safety and Sanitation certification
  • Strong culinary creativity and innovation
  • Knowledge of food trends and market conditions

Benefits

  • Significant Bonus Potential
  • Exceptional Insurance Benefits
  • Secure Your Future with our robust 401(k) savings plan
  • Dedicated Management Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off to help you achieve a healthy and fulfilling work-life balance
  • Empowering your Growth through our educational assistance program
  • High value, high quality Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401 K plan for FT & PT team members
  • Family & personal time
  • Life insurance
  • Dayforce Wallet – a new way to get paid
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