Blair Hill Inn
Greenville, Maine
Mar 02, 2024
Full time
Job Description We are looking for a creative and detail oriented, Executive Chef to lead our team. You will be responsible for all aspects of leading the kitchen and building a successful culinary team while working in partnership with the FOH general manager to delivery exceptional dining experiences for our guests. Responsibilities Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities Create daily and weekly menus for breakfast and dinner using fresh ingredients sourced from our garden, area farms and local vendors. Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs Supervise kitchen staff's activities Recruit and manage kitchen staff Rectify arising problems or complaints Give prepared plates the "final touch" Perform administrative duties Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers Skills Proven working experience as a head chef in a fine dining restaurant Excellent record of kitchen management Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently Capable of delegating multiple tasks Communication and leadership skills Keep up with cooking trends and best practices Degree in Culinary science or related certificate Job Type: Seasonal April - November Dinner service 5 nights a week Tuesday - Saturday 40-55 covers per night Breakfast service daily Pay: From 8,000+/month based on experience. Benefits: Employer paid housing Physical setting: Fine dining restaurant Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay for successful season Ability to relocate: Greenville, Maine Qualifications: Qualifications Experience: Head chef experience in fine dining: 2+ years Culinary experience: 5+ years Cooking: 7+ years Additional Information Must be authorized to work in the U.S. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.