As a member of our hospitality team, the primary responsibility of an Executive Chef is to oversee all kitchen operations and staff daily, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food products across all food preparation areas, including banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge, and the associate cafeteria. This role works closely with the Food and Beverage management team to continuously improve guest satisfaction, manage food costs, and maintain profitability while ensuring the highest ingredient sourcing is used to enhance the dining experience and maintain a competitive edge. A crucial part of this role is calculating theoretical and weighted food costs, estimating daily production needs, and effectively communicating those needs to Kitchen associates.

Committed to upholding top-tier Food & Beverage policies and standards, ensuring a dining experience that surpasses expectations. Nurtures and inspires a dynamic culinary team, elevating their craft in cooking and dazzling plate presentations. Driven by a genuine passion for delivering superior quality products and unforgettable flavors that delight every palate. Expertly manages all aspects of purchasing, receiving, and food storage, ensuring the freshest and finest ingredients are used for exceptional dishes. Maintains strict compliance with rigorous food handling and sanitation regulations, guaranteeing a safe and hygienic dining environment for all guests. A visionary in the culinary realm, consistently researching and testing new products, and staying ahead of trends. Empowers associates to deliver exceptional customer service, encouraging them to exceed guest expectations with every interaction. Actively gathers and acts upon guest feedback, turning valuable insights into actionable improvements that enhance the overall dining experience. Designs and delivers impactful training initiatives, equipping the team with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles. Collaborates closely with the Restaurant and Catering departments to drive sales and elevate guest satisfaction through culinary excellence. Engages customers and guests in meaningful ways, actively seeking their feedback to continually elevate the dining experience. Efficiently manages all aspects of kitchen operations, skillfully achieving budgetary and financial objectives without compromising quality. Champions the crucial link between kitchen performance and overall financial success, making informed decisions that contribute to profitability. Ensures a safe and positive work environment, proactively addressing and resolving any challenges that may arise. Cultivates an atmosphere of creativity, innovation, and excellence within the culinary team, encouraging experimentation and constant improvement. Takes ownership of the departmental orientation and continuous training programs, ensuring a well-prepared and skilled team for seamless operations. Demonstrates strong leadership, guiding the team towards a shared vision of culinary brilliance and achieving remarkable outcomes. Utilizes data-driven insights and analytics to optimize efficiency and streamline processes, maximizing productivity. Delivers compelling and insightful P&L critiques, utilizing financial data to make informed decisions that contribute to improved profitability. Embraces challenges with a forward-thinking approach, maintaining a spirit of curiosity and adaptability to stay ahead in the ever-evolving culinary landscape.

Be a part of the Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel with 44,000 square feet of meeting space, a full-service restaurant, market/coffee shop with continental breakfast and lunch/dinner items and in room dining service for the hotel an experience to remember.