Executive Chef Job at Discovery Land Company, Amenia, NY

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  • Discovery Land Company
  • Amenia, NY

Job Description

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This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company's locations: Silo Ridge Field Club, set inside of Amenia, NY is seeking a Executive Chef to join the Food and Beverage Culinary Department.
The Executive Chef will serve as the leader of the culinary department, and will work closely with the Culinary team and Food and Beverage team to create an efficient and effective operation. The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu creation and development, while seeking out local vendors, artisans and farmers to establish relationships to incorporate local influences into the dishes. The Executive Chef will direct staffing, training, and evaluation of kitchen employees, and promote a cooperative working climate to maximize productivity and employee morale. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.Key Responsibilities
• Uphold Discovery Land Company's commitment to superior food and beverage and hospitality.
• Work with the VP of Culinary, Director of Culinary, and F&B leaders to create exemplary culinary standards and an environment of continual improvement.
• Lead and collaborate with culinary team to create menus and food presentations of the highest level encompassing conceptual direction, sense of place and freshest ingredients possible.
• Oversee the Culinary staffing program through recruitment, training, and evaluation of each culinary employee. Encourage ongoing staff development, foster and promote a cooperative working climate, and maximize productivity and employee morale.
• Set the tempo and tone of the kitchen, anticipate business levels and special events.
• Create and foster relationships with local sources of culinary product, artisans, and farmers, to incorporate local influences into dishes.
• Supervise daily procurement and receiving procedures for all food items, daily inventory, rotation and collaboration with team to constantly ensure use of fresh product.
• Ensure continual product quality control and procedures are maintained on a daily basis in all areas to ensure consistency.
• Minimize spoilage, waste and over production with consistent procedures.
• Regularly review house counts, forecasts and VIP lists and communicate this information via daily line-ups and pre-shifts.
• Address and resolve all member or guest problems in an efficient and effective manner to ensure quick resolutions.
• Perform daily spot checks for menu accuracy and taste in all areas.
• Ensure all menu items are costed correctly and prices updated on regular basis.
• Create and manage recipe data base ensuring consistency of all dishes.
• Work with stewarding department to ensure that all equipment inventory is managed effectively, stored, used, cleaned and repaired when necessary. Manage and oversee breakage reports in all areas to ensure equipment breakage is minimized.
• Ensure all cleaning schedules, temperature records, opening and closing checklists are completed and recorded on a daily basis.
• Maintain open and active communication with other departments.
• Conduct and attend meetings as necessary.
• Generate reports as necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe working enviroment. Follow all safety and security regulations; train the culinary department to do the same.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
• Culinary Degree or pedigree.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience working as a chef at high end restaurant, resort, or private club.
• Deep knowledge of best culinary practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience working with many culinary trends, cuisines, and cultures.
Additional Requirements
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shift greater than eight (8) hours in length may be required due to business demands.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.
Benefits
• $185,000 - $205,000 + Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Silo Ridge Field Club is a private, gated community situated on 850 acres in New York's scenic Hudson Valley. Near the towns of Millbrook and Amenia and just two hours outside of Manhattan, this exclusive community is comprised of 300 residences; a world-class 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course; an equestrian center and activity barn; a state-of-the-art fitness center and field house for sports; wellness, and recreational facilities; and Discovery's renowned Outdoor Pursuits program. Silo Ridge promises near-limitless possibilities for unforgettable family recreation. At Silo Ridge, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit:

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: .

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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