Head Chef (FT)

• Ensuring the highest quality food and presentation standards for every guest every time!
• Strict management of food purchasing and inventory control.
• Train and manage kitchen staff in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control, sanitation and cleanliness.
• Maintaining a high sense of urgency during peak production times.
• Scheduling adequately to facilitate preparation and production while adhering to labor budget guidelines. 
• Efficient and consistent execution of recipes and daily specials.
• Create and environment that fosters creativity, education, personal and professional development.
• Assist the GM and management team with a hiring strategy and making employment and termination decisions including, but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, and training. Also, evaluating, reviewing, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate. You are a key role in the development of your team!
• Knowledge of Vertical’s personnel policies and standards and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any violation of company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including inventory, ordering, forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and preventative maintenance plans.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from vendors, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.
• Most importantly – Have fun while providing the best service possible to our guests!

• 3 years experience in a fine dining or 100% scratch-made kitchen
• 2 years experience managing a small team (4-6 people)
• Ability to develop and implement processes to increase efficiency
• Proven ability to create, cost and implement a successful menu
• Knowledge in fine wine and beer pairings
• Culinary training degree or college degree preferred but not required
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours!) and have the stamina to work 45 - 55 hours per week consistently

• We are a privately owned company founded in 2005 by Tim Hubbard. 
• We run on EOS or the Entrepreneurial Operating System which ensures we all share the same vision, continue to gain traction and grow, and keeps our company healthy and functional. 
• We believe in positive attitudes, consistency, hard work, and growth and these are core values that we all hold dear and live out each and every day.

• A free Winter Park Resort Season Pass
• Generous PTO and paid sick time off
• Health Insurance Match
• 50% Off Meals at All Locations
• Opportunity for a 4 day work week, Thursday - Sunday
• Flexible Schedules
• A Birthday Bonus
• Housing available
• A Company who appreciates you!

Salary : $80,000