Executive Chef jobs in Stamford, CT

Overview

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 Chef

EMBRACE 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