Executive Chef

Barcelona Wine Bar is a tapas bar inspired by the culture of Spain, offering clean flavors, seasonal ingredients, and rustic small plate presentations. The restaurant features an award-winning selection of wines from Spain and South America, with one of the largest Spanish wine programs in the U.S.Role DescriptionThe Executive Chef must be able to cook different and delicious food items while leading the kitchen staff teamand managing the inventory of food and supplies for the week. The Executive Chef will be responsible for creatingthe restaurant's menu and adjusting it depending on the seasonality or availability of food. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIESPlan and direct food preparation and culinary activities Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs Oversee portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs Recruit, manage, and supervise kitchen staff while rectifying arising problems or complaintsGive prepared plates the "final touch" Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, conducting, and documenting employee performance reviews according to standard operating proceduresIdentify, address, and document individual employee performance problems according to standard operating procedure. Discipline and/or terminate as necessary according to Barcelona Wine Bar's procedures Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards Hold the standard of high-quality food above all else SKILLS & ABILITIESShares a deep passion for food, wine, and the guest experienceHolds themselves and their team to a high standard Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness, and resultsFlexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidaysProven experience creating a safe work environment incorporating teamwork and professional developmentAbility to efficiently identify issues and problem-solveMaintain a close relationship with the people who grow, forage, fish, and fabricate our ingredients, makingsure their standards are as high as oursExcellent record of kitchen management Handle high volume and stress with poise and finesse Capable of delegating multiple tasks Communication and leadership skills Keep up with cooking trends and best practices Working knowledge of various computer software programsExcellent time manageability skillsActive listening and learning skillsAbility to teach techniques and strategies to those under youBasic computer skills for menu buildingAble to withstand the pressure and strain of working in close quartersPosition requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies weighing 45 pounds, and repetitive hand and wrist motion.

Created: 2025-02-14