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Hotel:

Stamford Hilton1 First Stamford Place

Stamford, CT 06902

Compensation Range

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00

_Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and the specific location of the role. Actual pay may differ depending on these factors._

Job Description

Profile:

Telecommute: No

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Direct Reports: Yes - Multiple

Reports To: General Manager

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Executive Chef is to oversee the property’s day-to-day culinary operations and ensure that the culinary team produces the highest quality of food for guests and events according to Atrium standards.

Work Performed:

The Executive Chef will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:

+ Developing results-oriented associates through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counselingin accordancetoAtrium’s Core Values;

+ Leading the effort to achieve guest service standards by constantly seeking ways to improve products andservices;

+ Controlling labor costs with effective scheduling and crosstraining;

+ Producing and conveying methods of production of culinary items for ala carte and cateredfunctions;

+ Achieving budgeted food percentages through effective control measures including portion controls, kitchen timing, inventory rotation measures, receiving and storage procedures, and wastecontrol;

+ Creating menus to enhance quality, consistency andconcept;

+ Partnering with food and beverage, sales and event teams to ensure guest culinary expectations aremet;

+ Teaching and enforcing health code requirements, safety procedures and cleanliness standards throughout kitchen(s);

+ Manage direct reports by ensuring Associates understand employment practices, recommending employment decisions and corrective action, supporting performance management, and implementingdiscipline;

+ Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions tomanagement;

+ Support other departments as needed based on business demands;and

+ Any and allother work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position

Qualifications:

Required Prior Experience:

4+ years of supervisory experience in a hotel culinary position

Proven leadership skills

Technical proficiency and ability to demonstrate extensive knowledge of food preparation methods.

Experience in computing discount, interest, profit, and loss; commission, markups, and selling price; ratios, proportions, and percentages; surface, volumes, weights, and measures.

Preferred Licenses/ Certification:

Certification as "Executive Chef" or culinary degree from recognized culinary institute

Required Technology:

Microsoft Office Suite

Cloud Based Apps

Preferred Technology:

Workday

Physical:

Standing, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing pulling

Lifting up to 50lbs occasionally

Lifting up to 10lbs regularly

Other:

Must be flexible with respect to working days, early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Competencies:

(20) DIRECTING OTHERS

Is good at establishing clear directions; sets stretching objectives; distributes the workload appropriately; lays out work in a well-planned and organized manner; maintains tow-way dialogue with others on work and results; brings out the best in people; is a clear communicator.

(62) TIME MANAGEMENT

Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities.

(47) PLANNING

Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results.

What’s in it for you?

The **Atrium SPIRIT** is a belief in the power of **_Service_** _,_ **_Perseverance_** _,_ **_Inclusion_** _,_ **_Respect_** _,_ **_Innovation_** , and **_Teamwork_** to create an environment where everyone thrives. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional guest experiences, work together to overcome challenges, and are passionate about positively impacting those around us.

+ **Career Growth & Learning** – 40% of our management hires are internal promotions!

+ **Invest in Your Future** – 401(k) plan with company match.

+ **Comprehensive Health Coverag** **e** – Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

+ **Paid Time Off & Vacation** – Enjoy exclusive Atrium Traveler and brand discount programs to explore new destinations

+ **Perks That Fit Your Life** – Enjoy DailyPay, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and exclusive discounts on your favorite brands and services.

+ **Purpose & Impact** – Make a difference through Atrium’s community service and volunteer programs.

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Atrium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Notice of candidate Privacy Rights: https://www.atriumhospitality.com/privacy-policy

Atrium Hospitality is now one of the largest hotel management companies in the United States and we're still growing. As a result of our growth, we are always looking for great talent to join our organization. As owners and managers, we are responsible for the positive experiences of our guests and associates, and we strive to bring to life a culture that promotes the five simple values that drive our business:

Service

We deliver the best guest experience possible. We are a home away from home for our guests, and we are charged with making them feel safe and welcome.

Perseverance

We will be better today than we were yesterday.

Inclusion

We are committed to the equitable treatment of all associates as well as equal access to opportunities and resources for all, at every level of the organization.

Respect

We treat others the way we would like to be treated.

Innovation

We strive to develop, share and implement new thoughts, ideas and methods that improve our company, our operations and the guest and associate experience.

Teamwork

Our associates are our family, and we provide them the resources and support needed to produce the best work environment possible.

In addition to our core values, we believe that being a responsible community partner is a defining characteristic of the Atrium Hospitality culture, including supporting a range of civic and community activities. We pride ourselves on four impactful pillars that support our associates, our communities and our future: Wellness, Embracing those with Disabilities, Sustainability, and Education. When a candidate makes the decision to join Atrium Hospitality, they are entrusting the very engaged and invested leaders of this great organization to support, encourage, coach, develop and inspire excellence in them. This leadership responsibility is a critical one, accepted with the pride and gravity it deserves. We recognize that when we do this well, we reap the rewards of a productive and engaged team; it is key to the success of Atrium Hospitality. The voices and opinions of our associates truly matter. We encourage, welcome, expect and act upon their input to help us make decisions that are in the best interest of our teams and the continued growth and sustainability of the organization.

Come grow with us!