Executive Chef

The World Equestrian Center located in Wilmington, OH is currently seeking a Executive Chef to join our team!

The Executive Chef is a department head level position in the Food & Beverage Division, who collectively makes key operational management decisions in the F & B division. This position reports to the Director of Food and Beverage.

The Executive Chef manages all culinary operations-This includes Banquets, Full-Service Restaurant, Quick Service Restaurants and Stewarding. The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on management approach, with previous experience in managing multiple outlets and banquet event planning and management.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Write menus for special events across property and coordinate the execution of these events with the Food and Beverage Director.
• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guests service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information.
• Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the culinary division to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met and daily activities are executed according to established operational plan.
• Assist in the planning and development of menus, ensure correct and consistent preparation and presentation for all food items.
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.
• Ensure that the kitchen organization, cleanliness and sanitation standards as set forth by the World Equestrian Center, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance.
• Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.
• Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met. Attend regular operation meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by senior leadership.
• Assist in other kitchen outlets as required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the team member occupying this position. Team members will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position.

• Team member may have to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs, occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability, and visual acuity.
• 5 years of luxury culinary experience. Preferably with a focus on high end banquet events, production, or sporting facilities.
• Extensive knowledge of the kitchen, its services, facilities, and equipment.
• Must be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Desire to continually enhance culinary experience.
• Must possess excellent computational ability.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must have excellent leadership capability and customer relations skills.
• Must possess excellent teaching, coaching, and training skills.
• Must be able to perform duties in extreme temperatures.

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management , a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.