Executive Wok Chef - TAO - Los Angeles

Position Summary

Management of the Wok Department in accordance to Tao Group’s quality standards and Health Department regulations. Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Duties and Responsibilities: including but not limited to

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.
• Ensures the needs of the guests are accommodated.
• Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house, and the entire venue.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring and training new applicants and employee development of all subordinates.
• Participates in growth opportunities and employee development.
• Responsible for the scheduling of assigned department (where applicable).
• Oversee all prep, production and service for quality and accuracy.
• Organize and execute service based on cover count, catering/delivery, BEO’s and other event sheets.
• Proficient with all operational systems, including payroll and purchasing processing.
• Complies with Department of Health and company standards.
• Coaches all heart-of-house employees to develop their abilities by setting clear guidelines and expectations.
• Communicates kitchen needs and/or issues to management.
• Ensures employees are complying with SOPs.
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings.

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all Wok recipes and maintains station recipe book.
• Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials.
• Ensures opening and closing procedures are being followed.
• Communicates clearly and concisely with all employees during service.
• Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees.
• Oversees Wok production for multiple locations (where applicable), coordinating weekly pars/delivery needed with Chefs at other locations.
• Participates in making sure the venue is compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations; and company policies.
• Participates in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture.
• Attends, leads and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings or daily pre-shift meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of venue, Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

Training Requirements:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue Wok Training, Food Handling Certificate.

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-3 years previous Culinary supervisory/management experience within a high-volume kitchen setting is essential.
• Two-year associate degree (60 credit hours) in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS and technology

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
• Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
If you are hired, we will require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or that you have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90028: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location