Executive Chef-West Hartford - $90000 to $105000 per YEAR

Our establishment is a renowned restaurant celebrated for its commitment to exceptional culinary experiences and impeccable guest service. We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients sourced from trusted partners who share our dedication to excellence. Our team is passionate about authentic flavors, sustainability, and creating memorable dining moments that exceed guest expectations. With a focus on innovation and traditional techniques, our restaurant offers a dynamic and vibrant working environment for culinary professionals looking to advance their careers. We are currently seeking an Executive Chef who will play a pivotal role in maintaining our high standards and driving our culinary vision forward, ensuring both creativity and operational excellence within our kitchen. The Executive Chef position is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, leading the kitchen staff team, and managing inventory to ensure the seamless preparation of food items. This role requires a skilled culinary expert capable of creating and adapting menus based on seasonality and availability of ingredients. The Executive Chef will plan and direct food preparation, modify menus to meet quality standards, estimate food and labor costs, and supervise the kitchen staff's daily activities. The role demands a passionate individual who can maintain a positive and professional approach while managing high-volume production and ensuring compliance with all nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations. The salary range for this full-time position is between $90,000 and $105,000 per year. In this role, you will be expected to lead by example, ensuring that each dish meets the highest standards before it reaches the guest. You will handle equipment purchases and repairs, recruit and manage staff, and resolve any arising problems or complaints efficiently. A key part of the job involves balancing creativity with operational management—upholding the quality of rustic, authentic dishes that celebrate simple yet sophisticated flavors. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills, a deep passion for food and wine, and a strong ability to keep up with current cooking trends and best practices. This role also requires proficiency with various computer software programs to manage administrative tasks effectively. Working conditions include the ability to withstand the physical demands of this fast-paced environment, such as prolonged standing, bending, lifting heavy products and supplies, and managing repetitive motions. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in similar roles, with a preference for those who have worked in high-volume restaurant settings. If you are a culinary leader committed to uncompromising quality and exceptional hospitality, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our continued success.

• 8-years of experience
• high volume restaurant experience is a plus
• be able to withstand the pressure and strain of working in close quarters
• position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies weighing 45 pounds, and repetitive hand and wrist motion