Executive Chef and Operations Manager

Company: Hudson Table Stamford
Location: Stamford
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced culinary professional to lead our Stamford location as General Manager. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience to our customers while fostering a positive work environment.Under the guidance of our management team, you will take ownership of the role and drive the success of our location. With the expansion of our business across four locations in the tristate area and plans for further growth, this is an exciting opportunity for career progression.Key Responsibilities

• Partner with management to hire, train, and schedule staff, including Chef Instructors, Kitchen Assistants, Hosts, and Dishwashers.
• Oversee food ordering, receiving, and storage, ensuring compliance with safety practices and maintaining a clean storage area.
• Collect orders and goods from local purveyors, with access to a vehicle being an advantage.
• Collaborate with Chef Instructors to meet their expectations and needs.
• Represent Hudson Table values by engaging in positive gestures of respect, courtesy, and kindness to guests.
• Provide insightful tours of the location and our offerings to prospective clients.
• Assist in facilitating private rentals.
• Coordinate and supervise uniform and laundry pickups and deliveries.
• Manage location printing requirements, including event information, lesson plans, and recipe packages.
• Empower the team to maintain aesthetic, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory of operational equipment and submit replenishment requests.
• Undertake repairs and maintenance issues, or enlist the assistance of local professionals.
• Manage the location refuse and recycling program.
• Work with the Beverage Director to manage stock and drive sales.Requirements
  • A Culinary degree and 5-10 years of industry experience to Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager position.
  • Extensive purchasing, receiving, and cost control experience.
  • Detail-oriented and able to demonstrate high professional integrity.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Current food safety accreditation.
  • Great people skills and ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Confident and positive communication skills.
  • Familiarity and comfort with Google's Suite of programs, including Sheets, Docs, and Mail.
  • Experience with inventory management and e-procurement platforms.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
  • Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients.

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