Bentley Legacy
Executive Chef - Chaz on the Plaza
Bentley Legacy, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Executive Chef – Chaz on the Plaza
Company: Bentley Legacy
Description Chaz on the Plaza – an award‑winning Marriott Autograph Collection restaurant is searching for its next Executive Chef!
The Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant, Room Service, and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. The Executive Chef is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen, work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. They plan meals and assist the Food & Beverage Director with various assignments, i.e., themed wine dinners, pricing, banquets, etc.
Responsibilities
Approach all encounters with guests and employees with a smile.
Oversee all kitchen work areas including cooks and stewards.
Supervise staff in all food preparation, including proper receiving and storage of all food and food‑related items.
Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.
Participate in and oversee monthly food inventories.
Develop and adhere to kitchen budget according to hotel standards.
Maintain food costs within budget guidelines.
Review/change menus as per corporate directive and hold menu tastings after a menu change.
Recommend to General Manager all kitchen operating supplies and capital purchases required.
Maintain awareness of local competition and industry trends.
Develop employee morale and ensure training of all Kitchen personnel.
Establish and maintain a file of recipe cards according to hotel standards.
Conduct monthly department meetings with kitchen staff.
Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Kitchen personnel.
Be responsible for developing a manager, including sign‑off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement.
Prepare and conduct all Kitchen interviews and follow hiring procedures.
Conduct all 90‑day and annual employee performance appraisals.
Maintain a clean kitchen by implementing and maintaining a standard of "Clean As You Go."
Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager.
Qualifications
At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field, a 2‑year college degree, and 3 or more years of related experience.
Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
Supervisory experience required.
Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
Must work well in stressful, high‑pressure situations.
Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Hospitality
Locations
Leawood, KS – $60,000 – $70,000
Kansas City, MO – $15 – $16
Kansas City, KS – $100,000 – $110,000
Kansas City, MO – $100,000 – $110,000
Kansas City, MO – $60,000 – $70,000
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Company: Bentley Legacy
Description Chaz on the Plaza – an award‑winning Marriott Autograph Collection restaurant is searching for its next Executive Chef!
The Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant, Room Service, and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. The Executive Chef is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen, work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. They plan meals and assist the Food & Beverage Director with various assignments, i.e., themed wine dinners, pricing, banquets, etc.
Responsibilities
Approach all encounters with guests and employees with a smile.
Oversee all kitchen work areas including cooks and stewards.
Supervise staff in all food preparation, including proper receiving and storage of all food and food‑related items.
Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.
Participate in and oversee monthly food inventories.
Develop and adhere to kitchen budget according to hotel standards.
Maintain food costs within budget guidelines.
Review/change menus as per corporate directive and hold menu tastings after a menu change.
Recommend to General Manager all kitchen operating supplies and capital purchases required.
Maintain awareness of local competition and industry trends.
Develop employee morale and ensure training of all Kitchen personnel.
Establish and maintain a file of recipe cards according to hotel standards.
Conduct monthly department meetings with kitchen staff.
Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Kitchen personnel.
Be responsible for developing a manager, including sign‑off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement.
Prepare and conduct all Kitchen interviews and follow hiring procedures.
Conduct all 90‑day and annual employee performance appraisals.
Maintain a clean kitchen by implementing and maintaining a standard of "Clean As You Go."
Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager.
Qualifications
At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field, a 2‑year college degree, and 3 or more years of related experience.
Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
Supervisory experience required.
Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
Must work well in stressful, high‑pressure situations.
Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Hospitality
Locations
Leawood, KS – $60,000 – $70,000
Kansas City, MO – $15 – $16
Kansas City, KS – $100,000 – $110,000
Kansas City, MO – $100,000 – $110,000
Kansas City, MO – $60,000 – $70,000
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bentley Legacy by 2x.
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