Executive Chef Job at Harbour Club LLC in Charleston

The Harbor Club is seeking a full time Executive Chef that will oversee all ala carte and banquet execution. This is a hands-on position that is responsible for the day-to-day operations, overseeing all functions of the department including, hiring, menu planning, ordering, inventory, private events and ala carte. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manages all operating expenses, sets margins, and manages against projections.

• Creates innovative menus established with current food costs and member/guest satisfaction in mind.

• Controls ordering, inventory levels, timing of orders, receiving, and invoice settling.

 • Works with Building Maintenance to maintain kitchen equipment.

• Ensures quality sanitation program is followed throughout the kitchen operation.

• Ensures proper monitoring of storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products to comply with Health Department regulations.

• Manages department employees including chefs, cooks and stewards and is responsible for training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding & disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of staffing, productivity, costs and other expenses.

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to assure guests dining satisfaction.  

• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Has 5+ years of luxury culinary experience as an Executive Chef or an Executive Sous Chef; club experience a plus.

 • Preferably, has a culinary or related degree.

• Is a dynamic, creative, empathetic, and caring individual who communicates well with staff and Members.

• Has exceptional cooking skills, with the ability to train, mentor and manage the culinary team

• Has experience planning and monitoring all food-production-related costs.

• Successful experience developing food purchase specifications and standard recipes.

• Has a proven track record of maintaining food quality and sanitation standards.

• Is experienced with technology including POS systems such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Cloud Based Office Systems & Documents, Digital Ordering, etc.

• Food Safety Certified.

• Regular & reliable attendance.