Director of Culinary Operations - Year Round - Full Time - Now Hiring
Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.
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Who We Are: Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. is known as the friendliest mountain destination in the world, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our employee satisfaction scores top the charts and we have employees who choose to work for the resort for 2, 5, 10, 20 plus years. Fair warning, starting a job at Steamboat could lead to endless fun, lifelong friendships, and a rooted sense of community.
Who We&s;re Looking For: Friendly folks who want to work at the best ski resort, play in Champagne Powder and meet friends from around the world. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment and our communities. If you like to provide incredible guest service with a friendly attitude, you&s;re ready to join our team. If your dream job includes skiing and riding, interacting with guests, rewarding work, free concerts, fireworks, employee parties and more-we&s;d love to hear from you!
Perks &a; Benefits: Year Round employees at Steamboat are eligible for medical, dental, vision, legal plan, pet insurance, PTO and Vacation, Paid Parental Leave, health saving account with employer contribution as well as the perks and benefits that all Steamboat employees enjoy. These include a Steamboat and Alterra Mountain ski pass for you and eligible dependents, competitive compensation, free bus passes to surrounding areas, retail/rental discounts, food &a; beverage discounts, industry pro deal discounts, friends &a; family discounted tickets subject to restrictions, reservations and/or blackout dates. Steamboat also offers a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, (eligibility rules apply), Employee Assistance Program, and a chance to learn and advance within Steamboat Ski &a; Resort Corp. Steamboat employees are also eligible for discounted tuition with partner online universities for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education.
This position will develop culinary strategy and lead the culinary team to execute on that strategy, supported by Restaurant GM&s;s, Chefs and the F&a;B and Catering &a; Conference Services Directors. The culinary strategy includes the highest levels of food safety, food quality, menu development, brand concept development, team professionalism, leadership, continuing education and financial performance.
Detailed job description, including responsibilities, work performed, tools or equipment used, etc.:
- Menu and concept development through menu engineering and profitability analysis (including specific timelines, costing of menu items, developing SOP&s;s, trend analysis and local procurement)
- Procurement strategy including the support of all master procurement programs
- Development of the culinary leadership team
- Actively participate in the annual budget and capital planning process
- Development of a strong food safety culture
- Work with Directors, Chefs and GMs to achieve all financial targets with a strong emphasis on driving revenue while controlling cost of sales and labor
- Directly hire chefs, sous chefs and oversee the hiring of all culinary positions
- Hire, train, coach, mentor, develop and evaluate year-round and key seasonal managers and chefs
- Conduct monthly food and direct supply inventories; audit and approve these inventories for posting
- Oversee facilities&s; seasonal start up and shut down including overall maintenance
- Works closely with Directors and VP to develop and implement comprehensive training programs for all food and beverage staff
- Understand and ensure team compliance with regulatory local, state and federal requirements and department/company policies and procedures
- Integral member of the dining senior team that will develop a comprehensive, long term dining master plan
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
- Other duties, as assigned
Minimum skills, experience, education and ability required for this job:
- High School Degree or GED, college degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Culinary Institute - 2 years, or equivalent experience required
- 7 years of high volume, multi restaurant leadership experience with a proven track record to taking organizations to industry leading positions, or equivalent experience
- Must have a strong business acumen inclusive of budgeting, costing, constant expense management, scheduling, menu engineering, P&a;L statements, inventory, par levels, etc. to maximize net revenue
- Willingness to certify on a snowmobile, ATV and possibly a snowcat
- Knowledge of fine dining, full service, fast casual, quick service and banquet operations including knowledge of industry trends, and the ability to be the trend setter
- Ability to inspire our culinarians to daily look for ways to improve themselves and the food they serve
- Ability to prioritize and be effective at time management
- Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, team building and communications skills
- Excellent guest and employee service skills
- Complete knowledge of Company and department policies and procedures
- Ability to purchase goods to meet fluctuating volume and set/adhere to procurement guidelines
- Ability to interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with SSRC&s;s policies and procedures
- Ability to problem-solve in a highly effective manner and maintain positive relationships with guests and staff, including management, subordinates and co-workers
- Work and make decisions calmly under pressure
- Ability to be a consistent role model for the company&s;s Service Excellence standards
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office with the ability to work with spreadsheets - menu engineering, costing, menus, etc.
- Thorough understanding of and participation in creating financial metrics including budgets, business plans, P&a;L statements, monthly financial meetings, labor scheduling to business volumes, inventory par levels, inventory management, etc.
- Safely ski and/or operate a snowmobile or ATV between facilities in varying and extreme weather and snow conditions
- Work as needed, including on weekends and evenings, to cover shifts in all outlets
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to ski at an intermediate level (min level 5) to get to on-mountain restaurants
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be able to provide hands on assistance in all facilities as needed
- Must be able to stand in kitchen environments for extended periods of time
- Must meet SSRC Driver&s;s Standards Policy and have valid, current Driver&s;s license; successfully complete a motor vehicle record check, a background check and meet insurability standards
- Communicate clearly in English, both verbal / non-verbal, and written
Miscellaneous information:
- This is a salaried position and not subject to overtime. Position will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
- Position requires working weekends and holidays as needed
- All Steamboat Ski &a; Resort Corporation employees are required to follow adapting COVID policies and guidelines
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski &a; Resort Corporation salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski &a; Resort Corporation&s;s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.
Steamboat area base salary range: $90,000 - $105,000 per year
Steamboat Ski &a; Resort Corporation is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSalary: $90,000 - $105,000 per yearEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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