Executive Chef

Executive Chef Cibolo Creek Ranch Located south of Marfa, TX (Big Bend region) Summary of Job Responsibilities: Leads kitchen team Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including, but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating Oversees and organizes kitchen stock and ingredients Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance Keeps cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours Hires and trains new kitchen employees to restaurant and kitchen standards Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizes waste, plus works with existing systems to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards Verifies that food storage units all meet standards and are consistently well-managed Manages menu creation Coordinates with restaurant management team on supply ordering, budget, and kitchen efficiency and staffing Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or Associates in Culinary Arts preferred Fluent in Spanish or high proficiency 5 to 7 + years’ experience in F&B, plus prior staff management experience Previous Restaurant Experience and Restaurant Industry Knowledge Professional communication skills, oral and written Prior Executive Chef or Sous Chef experience Ability to work in a high-energy, demanding environment. Ability to respond to both verbal and visual commands. Organization and leadership skills Demonstrates strong leadership skills and is a team player Works well under pressure Ability to effectively solve problems Able to take direction and hold staff accountable Computer Competency (MS Word and MS Excel) Able to work independently with little supervision and direction Remote property experience is highly desirable Work Environment / Physical Requirements: Direct contact with guests, management and employees Requires high degree of professional conduct and ability to be flexible in a changing environment Must be able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds, and be able to transport up to 50 pounds regularly. 90% of time standing and 10% of time sitting. Excellent attendance, including weekends and holidays, is required with schedule flexibility determined by business needs. Temporary housing provided for up to 60 days to allow for immediate relocation.