Executive Chef - Toronto, Canada - MADISON HOMES HOLDINGS

MADISON HOMES HOLDINGS

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location:

Toronto, Ontario

Department:

Culinary

Position:

Executive Chef

Reports to:

General Manager

Address:

35 Mercer Street, Toronto ON M5V1H2

Job Summary

The Executive Chef is responsible for directing and overseeing the entire food service operations, throughout the property. Provide the optimal service possible while operating within predetermined budgetary guidelines and/or limitations. This position is responsible for providing overall leadership in the creative development and quality assurance in culinary operations. This includes directing product conceptualization, menu engineering, recipe development, item costing, concept testing, and product specification development/sourcing, implementation of new menus and ongoing quality assurance processes and systems. The Executive Chef will promote and facilitate an interactive leadership role for the established culinary departments. The Executive Chef will focus on supervising and supporting the daytoday activities in all kitchens by delegating authority, assigning and prioritizing activities and monitoring operating standards. The Executive Chef will be effectively engaged in the communities; successfully promoting the restaurants and other F&B offerings.

Essential Functions- Provides visionary leadership and management of the culinary research and development process from product creation through implementation. Devise innovative product offerings for a variety of venues including main dining rooms, buffets room service, specialty restaurants, banquets, catering and themed/special events. Formulates and implements procedural guidelines, policies and standards pertaining to the overall food and beverage operations. Included in this are menu design, product specifications, cleanliness and sanitation, and food, labor and operating expenses' cost controls. Monitors industry trends and collaborates with internal and external partners in culinary research and development efforts. Manages the overall creation of menus, preparation instructions, and individual dish specifications by ingredients and corresponding portion sizes. Collaborates with Purchasing in identifying and sourcing required products. Guides and supports culinary team in the implementation and adherence of company standards, processes & systems. Monitors guests, partners and internal feedback and takes corrective action as required ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction. In partnership with the Food & Beverage management; develops and administers formal quality assurance processes including audits, secret shopper programs, culinary focus groups, consumer tastings, and customer/operator surveys. Collaborates with operational leaders in the on-going execution of the company's culinary operations. Ensures the accurate maintenance of the menu and recipe database. Provides on-going support and leadership in companies efforts to remain above and beyond compliance with all compliance related standards and procedures. Directly responsible for the financial performance of related departments including food and beverage. Collaborates with the Director of Food and Beverage operations and property Operations in the management of the resort maintenance budget. Act as a liaison between the community and the operation. Completes all assigned duties in a timely manner and reports back all results or delays Performs related duties as required.
Other Duties- All Associates are required to fully comply with hotel and departmental rules, regulations and policies for the safe, secure, effective and environmentally friendly operation of the hotel facilities. Examples include, but are not limited to lost and found procedures, emergency procedures, recycling efforts, etc. Attend and participate in all hotel and/or departmental meetings, training sessions and other information meetings. Regular attendance in conformance with hotels standards is essential to the successful performance of this position. Comply with hotel grooming standards for both uniformed and non-uniformed associates. Comply with hotel service and behavioral standards towards our guests, vendors and fellow colleagues, including, but not limited to ensuring proper phone etiquette, courteous and respectful behavior and maintaining a friendly and positive attitude. Perform all other duties as directed by management that are consistent with the policies and procedures of the hotel.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical Effort:_
Significant portions of day require prolonged standing, moving, lifting items weighing 25lbs. Ability to visually review documents and computer screen throughout day.
Physical Environment:_
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time during course of shift.
Manual Skills_
Work Schedule:_
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality ind