Head Chef

Head Chef# Head Chef Hot Job Wintergreen - Nellysford, VA 22958## Overview Salary Range $60,000.00 - $67,000.00 Salary/year

Level Management Position  Type Full Time## Description
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* SUMMARY:

** The Head Chef is responsible to the Director of Food and Beverage for the successful management and profitability of the seasonal, high volume, casual, full service restaurant; and contributing to the overall success of the resort operation.
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* PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*** Coordinate all food production in restaurant operations.
* Maintain a high quality sanitation program throughout areas of responsibility.
* Maintain and evaluate existing catering menus, food concepts and develop creative new offerings which ensure the highest quality food, consistency, and profitability
* Develop accurate and aggressive long and short range objectives for the kitchen operations that are consistent with the Food and Beverage Department goals
* Operate within budgeted guidelines
* Implement and maintain control procedures within the department
* Implement and support Wintergreen Resort’s operating policies and procedures
* Maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, ethics and image of self and staff
* Continue professional development of self and staff, recognizing the opportunity to mentor and teach staff and instill passion for the culinary field
* Communicate effectively between departments and within the restaurant in its entirety
* Operate in compliance with all local, state and federal laws and government regulations including but not limited to the State Board of Health and the Alcohol and Beverage Control Board
* Maintain fair wage and salary administration in the department in accordance with Wintergreen Resort policies
* Assess and review the job performance of staff and maintain personnel records of assigned employees
* Conduct regular departmental level meetings
* Conduct a monthly inspection of the restaurant and consistently file in a timely manner
* Direct and coordinate the activities of all assigned personnel and departmental responsibilities
* Coordinate internal training and development programs which foster promotion within the company
* Staff the kitchen to appropriately meet production and budget demands
* Maintain positive employee relations
* Maintain consistent and interactive guest rapport, on demand if necessary, at all times
* Ensure good safety practices of employees and guests throughout the resort, assisting in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures
* Perform and complete special projects as requested, such as menus for private dining events## Qualifications#
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

*** The Restaurant Chef must be available to exercise his/her duties days, nights, weekends and holidays, and must have detailed, functional knowledge of approved sanitation practices, and State Department of Health and Alcohol Beverage Control regulations and guidelines.#
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
*** The Restaurant Chef must be able to lift up to 25 pounds#
** BENEFITS OF WORKING AT WINTERGREEN:
** Wintergreen Resort is a place for mountain lovers, adventure seekers and outdoor explorers.  A place to chase new experiences, marvel at the unexpected, and build new relationships that will keep you coming back for more. We work to play!  We work in a fun-filled, beautiful resort setting and have a competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefit portfolio for full-time year-round associates: (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances as well as Paid Time Off and a 401K plan).  

Our unique Recreational Benefit Package offers associates free and/or discounted resort activities, services and products. We have many fantastic…