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About the Role
Five Iron Golf is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, focusing on delivering exceptional guest experiences through menu innovation and efficient management. This role involves building and mentoring a high-performing kitchen team, ensuring culinary excellence, and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Hire and oversee onboarding of culinary team members.
- Create and maintain a culture of accountability, setting clear expectations and holding team members responsible for their performance.
- Coach and develop Sous Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure consistent and high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Set the standard for culinary excellence and hold the team accountable for maintaining these standards.
- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and food safety compliance.
- Ensure efficient and effective kitchen operations during all service periods, maintaining a smooth and timely flow of service.
- Partner with the General Manager - Social to align kitchen operations with overall business goals, including maintaining budgeted food cost, labor cost, and successful event execution.
- Continuously enhance and update the in-house event menu to reflect current culinary trends and guest preferences, while maintaining Five Iron Golf's brand identity.
- Develop and test new recipes, ensuring they meet quality and cost standards.
- Collaborate with the beverage program to create complementary food and drink pairings.
- Develop and execute innovative and high-quality culinary offerings for events, including corporate functions, private parties, and special occasions.
- Collaborate with the events team to design menus and ensure seamless execution of all culinary aspects during events.
- Maintain a high standard of presentation and service to deliver exceptional event experiences.
- Deliver an exceptional dining experience by ensuring all dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards.
- Address guest feedback and concerns promptly and professionally, using feedback to improve the culinary offering.
- Foster a culture of hospitality within the kitchen team, ensuring all interactions with guests are positive and engaging.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure the best quality ingredients and cost-effective purchasing.
- Work closely with the General Manager and VP of Culinary to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive business growth and profitability.
- Act as a brand ambassador for Five Iron Golf, representing the company at industry events and in the community.
Requirements
- Culinary school degree or professional certifications such as CEC, or commensurate work experience
- Minimum 5 years significant culinary leadership experience in a high volume and fast-paced environment
- Proven track record of building and leading high-performing kitchen teams
- Strong culinary expertise, with a passion for food and innovation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Working knowledge of Google suite applications and restaurant management software
- English fluency required
Skills
- Culinary leadership
- Team building and mentoring
- Menu development and innovation
- Inventory management
- Purchasing
- Scheduling
- Food safety compliance
- Event menu planning
- Recipe development
- Supplier relationship management
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Project management
- Google suite applications
- Restaurant management software
- Spanish language skills (plus)
Location
- Nationwide
Work Type
- Full time
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years significant culinary leadership experience
Education Level
- Culinary school degree or professional certifications such as CEC
Salary/Compensations
- $75K-$85K/year
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (for full-time employees)
- Long and Short-Term Disability (for full-time employees)
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance (for full-time employees)
- 401(k) (for full-time employees)
- Free meals while working
About the Company
- Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 26 locations nationwide and more on the way.
- Five Iron Golf’s core mission is to seamlessly meld golf and entertainment, and in the process, make golf inclusive and accessible for all.
Equal Opportunity
- Five Iron Golf is committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for employees of all backgrounds.
- Five Iron Golf provides Equal Employment Opportunity to everyone and complies with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations.
- Five Iron Golf will consider all requests for reasonable accommodations as required.