Executive Chef

Baker's Cay Resort•Key Largo, FL

About The Position

Baker's Cay Resort, located in the breathtaking Florida Keys, is seeking talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a stunning oceanfront property that offers a unique and luxurious experience for our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our resort boasts lush tropical landscapes, modern amenities, and unparalleled ocean views, creating an extraordinary work environment. As a member of the Baker's Cay team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our discerning guests, work in a dynamic and guest-centric atmosphere, and be a part of a team that values excellence. Join us in delivering unforgettable moments and become a part of our dedicated team at Baker's Cay Resort! Property info: Inspired by Nature Our guests escape to Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo to enjoy lazy beach days, romantic watercolor sunsets, and family-friendly nature-inspired pursuits! We serve with a hospitality heart and kindness for all! Prosition info: The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing culinary operations; ensuring quality and consistency for all food preparation; creating recipes and supporting materials; maximizing and maintaining operation's resources and inventory; accurately forecasting food and labor costs; selecting, training, developing Team Members and maintaining a positive, cooperative work environment. Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations. Observe company guidelines to successfully meet or exceed audit standards.

Requirements

Read, write and speak English.
Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them.
Minimum 5 years cooking experience.
Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.
Previous management experience in kitchen of 4 years.
No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Nice To Haves

College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred.

Responsibilities

Constantly. Assist in obtaining financial goals.
Constantly. Complete all paperwork accurately and timely.
Constantly. Direct and correct the presentation and portioning of food according to Davidson standards.
Constantly. Keep in contact with all outlets to ensure quality and consistency.
Constantly. Maintain work area clean and organized.
Constantly. Promote employee empowerment.
Constantly. Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Constantly. Select daily specials that fit local trends and needs.
Constantly. Select, train, supervise, develop, discipline and counsel employees in accordance with Davidson policies and procedures.
Frequently. Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor to include cross training.
Frequently. Direct purchasing to ensure proper quality and quantities.
Frequently. Direct staff in sanitation and sanitary food handling.
Frequently. Meet with sales people to evaluate new products.
Frequently. Perform in the capacity of any position supervised.
Frequently. Prepare and train staff in use of working menus, recipe cards and photo standards.
Frequently. Schedule staff according to business levels.
Occasionally. Attend all required meetings.
Occasionally. Conduct performance appraisals.
Occasionally. Take monthly inventory of all supplies.