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Chef, Restaurant

Chef, Restaurant

Universal Orlando Resort • Orlando, FL
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description & Requirements

JOB SUMMARY:

Manages culinary operation of assigned venue or location, with an emphasis on upholding safety and food quality standards. Accountable for assigned area’s TSAT, GSAT and financials and must develop, train, and evaluate both hourly and exempt Team Members.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervises food preparation and execution of menu items, ensuring the highest level of food quality according to menu specs. Leads development of new and seasonal menu items that align with venue theme and company brand. Partners with front of house leadership to uphold standards and guarantee a successful operation.
  • Oversees daily practices of cleanliness and safe food practices of assigned venue. Works closely with direct reports to uphold standards of HACCP program.
  • Responsible for managing culinary labor, COG, spoilage, and variances in accordance with predetermined forecasts and budget. Manages the order of food product from the Warehouse and Production Kitchen to meet food cost targets and minimize waste and variances.
  • Responsible for coaching and development of hourly and exempt direct reports, ensuring Team Members are properly trained and upholding policies and procedures. Serves as role model by maintaining a high degree of professionalism and upholding the UO leadership competencies.
  • Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

  • Culinary degree or Chef’s Apprentice preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years of culinary experience with 3+ years in a supervisory role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Professional Food Manager Certification required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on special events and business demands.
  • Must be able to ideate, create and execute menu offerings at a high level.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

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