Executive Chef | AVA Winter Park

We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations at AVA Winter Park. As part of the Riviera Dining Group, you will be responsible for ensuring maximum guest satisfaction through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the kitchen operation and administration.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and create menus for all food restaurants
• Support the Executive Chef of Casa Neos
• Create specials and evaluate menu costing in collaboration with the cost control team
• Manage recipes and provide accurate recipes to operations and the Corporate Chef
• Train operations on new dishes and menu launches
• Audit food quality and recipe adherence regularly
• Develop standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation
• Evaluate food products to ensure quality standards are met
• Interact with Food and Beverage and Operations management to exceed member and guest expectations
• Perform other duties as directed
• Stay updated on the latest trends in the F&B market
• Implement Food Matrix with the Menu Coordinator
• Work closely with the Menu Analyst, Sourcing Manager, and Menu Coordinator
• Attend required meetings as needed

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 2- or 4-year Culinary Degree required
• Minimum 10 years in a kitchen managerial role as Executive Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume upscale restaurant
• Good listening and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Attention to detail required
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills required
• Computer knowledge (Excel, Windows, etc.)

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to stand for most of the shift
• Exposed to heat and other kitchen elements