Performance Hospitality is hiring: Executive Chef in Fort Lauderdale

Join Our Culinary Journey at B Ocean Resort Are you ready to lead our culinary team on the sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale? B Ocean Resort is searching for a dynamic Executive Chef to bring creativity, passion, and innovation to our multiple food & beverage outlets. Why B Ocean Resort? Prime Location: Nestled on the stunning shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Culinary Excellence: Opportunity to showcase your skills in a high-profile, guest-focused environment. Company Overview: Performance Hospitality is a lifestyle hotel management company committed to providing outstanding service to our guests We manage a variety of branded, independent hotels in major US markets. We take pride in our ability to deliver exceptional guest and associate experiences by focusing on inspiring individuals through a thoughtful delivery of self-expression hospitality. We believe that providing innovative, cutting-edge practices, along with transparent communications, is a fundamental part of our commitment. Purpose: The Executive Chef will have primary responsibility for the successful development and planning of all aspects of the culinary operation and banquet functions of the hotel, including all food menus, specialty menus and events, culinary operating procedures and delivery standards, and presentations within corporate guidelines. Execution of all operational aspects of establishing a successful culinary operation for the project. Essential Function of Job: Have primary responsibility for the development of all food & beverage programming, alongside and under the direction of the Food & Beverage Director and Corporate Chef. Development of Standard Operating & Service procedures for the kitchen and food & beverage purchasing in collaboration with Purchasing Manager, Director of Food & Beverage and corporate team. Assures that local and state requirements are met with regards to food handling permits, and other health department requirements. Creates budgets and forecast, monthly and annually. Analyzes and takes responsibility for the financial performance of the department. Assists in public relations efforts with respect to the Food & Beverage and Culinary operation. Develops innovative and creative menus and concepts to maximize profitability and achieve guest satisfaction. Maintains the highest levels of service and product quality with exceptional guest service satisfaction. Responsible for working with the Food & Beverage Director in terms of growing existing business volumes and generating new business to ensure that food & beverage revenues meet or exceed immediate and long-term needs and maximize departmental performance. Stays current with new trends in food & beverage product development, changes in market conditions, and guest demands. Responsible for successful passing of all F&B related Health Department inspections, protecting guests, staff members and the hotel from potential illness and negative publicity. Establishes and assure implementation of cleaning and sanitation procedures for kitchens, and food storage areas. Responsible for the selection, hiring, training and supervision of all culinary staff members. Manage time and attendance and payroll records and processes. Builds and maintains highly interactive, service-oriented business relationships with the hotel’s guests, staff, and suppliers. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus. Ten (10) years’ experience – preferably in a hotel with at least three (3) to five (5) years supervisory experience in a kitchen. Culinary school graduate a plus. Exceptional benefits including elective Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability coverage. Explore our hotels Associates receive hotel and restaurant discounts & perks at any of our properties (excluding your home property). We Invest in Your Future Success Become a department trainer Join our Job Coach Program. Continued Leadership Education Program We offer an ongoing Performance Hospitality Leadership Series (PHLS, Weekly Webinars, e-learning courses). Enjoy the Holidays We offer Six (6) paid holidays throughout the year. Company paid Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance Program. Paid Time Off (PTO) Celebrate You Choose one (1) paid day of personal celebration each year to use however you choose “Performance Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-free Workplace