Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Bristol, VA
Hard Rock Cafe - Exec Chef
The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, and poached in the Hard Rock Cafe.
The Exec Chef is responsible for the overall operations for the back of house and kitchen area of the Cafe. In addition, our Exec Chef ensures that Hard Rock culinary standards are upheld: the food looks great and is cooked properly, the proportions are correct, and it is cooked and served in a timely manner. Also, the Exec Chef supports the food & beverage senior leadership in upholding all brand standards and core values while meeting or exceeding the business objectives.
*Relocation available
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)
- Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Bristol their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
- Directly communicates with all supervisors, sous chefs and line employees on a daily basis regarding needs, requirements and expectations.
- Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef.
- Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus.
- Keeps workstation neat and clean.
- Assists co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
- On occasion may perform duties for special events/ parties.
- Ensures cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.
- Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function.
- Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.
- Ensures the proper closing down of workstations.
- Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, set up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.
- Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
- Perform work regularly and predictably.
- Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)
This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through a High School Diploma or Equivalent. A culinary apprenticeship, an Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc):
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Virginia Lottery.
- Must successfully pass background check.
- Must successfully pass drug screening.
- Must be at least eighteen (21) years of age.
- Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
ABILITY TO:
- Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.
- Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers and grinders.
DISCLAIMER:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, duties, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different task is performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical development).
