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<p>Position Summary:</p><p><br></p><p>The Regional Chef manages and coordinates activities and operations of the Executive Chefs and other employees engaged in preparing and cooking food products within an assigned group</p><p>of restaurants. They have functional oversight into all aspects of food preparation and presentation including sourcing and working closely with food vendors. Responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of the Concept's philosophy. </p><p><br></p><p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p><p> Develop and implement creative, innovative, and high-quality menus; review and change menu as needed.</p><p> Work closely with food suppliers and vendors to source high quality products.</p><p> Oversee all food preparation, production, and presentation; ensure that recipes are followed and preparation and presentation are adhered to consistently.</p><p> Prepare a variety of cuisine utilizing skill and creativity.</p><p> Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality of accepted samples; plan production schedules and supervise production line.</p><p> Assist staff with job functions as needed to ensure optimum service to all customers.</p><p> Resolves all customer complaints related to food.</p><p> Maintain food history including but not limited to sales mix and history, actual/potential costs, and production time.</p><p> Possess and maintain through understanding of industry and stay abreast of industry trends; communicate/incorporate information to assure kitchen remains current.</p><p> Possess and maintain thorough knowledge of wines offered in restaurant and wine/food parings.</p><p> Represent restaurant at outside functions as needed.</p><p> Ensure all kitchen and food operations are in compliance with all legislated health and licensing guidelines; ensures adherence to all health and safety regulations and procedures.</p><p> Develop, implement, and monitor department budget; manage expenses within approved budget constraints.</p><p> Requisition and/or purchases all food products; complete food production records and costs menus on a regular basis.</p><p> Prepare accurate and timely reports as required.</p><p> Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop kitchen staff.</p><p> Assign duties and monitor quality of work; assure staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and safety regulations.</p><p> Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively work to promote and recognize performance.</p><p> Keep up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.</p><p> May perform other duties as assigned.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><br></p><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Education and/or Experience:</p><p>Graduate of a recognized culinary school and five to six years related experience; or a combination of education and experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Skills:</p><p><br></p><p>Current knowledge of regional and national trends in food and beverage. Must possess thorough knowledge of all food preparation techniques and styles. Demonstrated proficiency in supervising</p><p>and motivating subordinates. Commitment to excellence, high standards, and good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Must possess acute attention to detail. Professional appearance and demeanor with the willingness to be a spokesperson for the restaurant. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.</p><p></p>

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