Executive Chef

Bowlero

  • Norwalk, CT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Imagine taking all of the experiences of a restaurant and adding some fun and excitement. This isn’t any ordinary company; it’s the beginning of a bowled new career as an Executive Chef with Bowlero Corp. Our Executive Chef’s combine their natural culinary ability with exceptional management skills. They’re the guardians of our Food & Beverage program, bringing our nationally recognized menus to life, keeping standards high, and managing their kitchens efficiently.ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Get a glimpse of all you’ll experience as an Executive ChefEMBRACE THE MENU
  • Adhere to the company’s mandated F&B menu and purchasing programs
KEEP AN EYE ON THE NUMBERS
  • Maintain budgeted revenue, costs of sales, labor, supplies, as well as operating cash flow as it relates to food operations; review monthly profit & loss statements and make adjustments as necessary
GET THE PARTY STARTED
  • Work with the Operations team and Sales staff to plan, supervise, and execute for all events, supervising the preparation and service of all food and beverage (in addition to cleanup); assist with cooking when needed
PLAN LIKE A PRO
  • Estimate food consumption and make purchases as appropriate from our specified food program; schedule staff efficiently to accommodate shifts in business volume
ASSEMBLE AN ALL-STAR TEAM
  • Work with the center’s management to recruit, hire, train, and retain a rock star kitchen staff. Develop key staff including sous chefs and lead cooks.
COMMIT TO QUALITY
  • Ensure that our product quality, freshness, and presentation are always at company standard; supervise and oversee the preparation, portioning, garnishing, and storage of all food
KEEP IT CLEAN
  • Facilitate and manage all kitchen equipment maintenance and implement/conduct sanitation audits and cleaning schedules in order to comply with all local Department of Health (DOH) regulations. Any critical issues? Report them to the General Manager
WHO YOU ARE:You’re an experienced Executive Chef with a highly developed sense of customer service, great interpersonal/communication skills, and a high-level of profit and loss capability. You take accountability for your team (like any great leader) and your organizational skills are second to none. Our centers are fast-paced, high-volume retail environments that are as demanding to work in as they are rewarding. You’ll be leading a team of lead cooks, cooks, dishwashers, and servers, and will report to and support your center’s General Manager on all matters food-related. Experience prepping catered events or presenting food for other special events is desirable, but not essential.DESIRED SKILLS: Check out the desired skills below and see if you have what it takes to join our world-class team!
  • 5+ Years of Kitchen Management/Chef Experience
  • Bachelor’s or culinary degree preferred
  • Experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue required
  • Extensive experience in banquet style events
  • Experience managing and developing teams required
  • Current ServSafe certification is required
  • ServSafe instructor certification or ability to be certified is preferred

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