Executive Chef (Waco, TX)

Terry Black's Barbecue LLC

Waco, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allergies, Coaching, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Employee Terminations, FIFO, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Menu Development, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Quality Metrics, Restaurant, Sales, Schedule Development, Seafood Department, Time Management
LOCATION
Waco, TX
POSTED
Today
Job Summary:

The Opals Executive Chef will manage the daily operations of the restaurant to include menu design, operational standards and staff management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Hires, trains and supports restaurant staff.
  • Supervises staff schedule compliance and overall staff performance.
  • Conducts disciplinary/coaching meetings that are timely and constructive.
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with restaurant policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Manages the Oyster/Seafood Bar concept.
  • Interacts with guests at the Oyster/Seafood Bar.
  • Handles and stores food products correctly (FIFO).
  • Monitors recipe accuracy, enforcing the use of proper weights and measures.
  • Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
  • Ensures all food meets the highest quality standards and is served in a timely manner.
  • Provides the all-important training to newly recruited cooks and takes note of how they progress.
  • Assists in coordinating oyster bar staff and assisting as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of working oyster bar.
  • Must have Food Manager Certification.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role in full service, moderate to high volume restaurants.
  • Strong knowledge of culinary products and technique.
  • Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule, must be able to work weekends, and holidays.
Most Desired Characteristics:
  • Sales driven and results oriented.
  • Passion for people while upholding company standards.
  • Adaptability is a must in an ever-changing environment.
  • Creates a positive winning culture for team.
  • Leads through dynamic leadership bringing energy and inspiration to the team.
  • Consistently seeks pathways to improve sales and cost of goods.

About the Company

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Terry Black's Barbecue LLC