Executive Chef

Pacifica Hotels is seeking an Executive Chef to join the Team at Oceanpoint Ranch in Cambria, CA! The qualified candidate will be directly responsible for the efficient and profitable operation of the kitchen and related back of the house areas and ensures total guest satisfaction by maintaining a workforce that provides quality food in a timely manner to each and every restaurant patron.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the job include but are not limited to: 

• Plan menus, costs them out, set up line requirements and staffing. Review work schedules and plan/forecast accordingly with staffing needs and food production.
• Estimate food requirements and order food from suppliers.
• Maintain quality of food for both guests and employer: Instruct cooking team members on the fine points of cooking; inspect and taste all foods prepared before serving and adjust flavors and presentation as needed.
• Equipment operation and maintenance: Inspect the kitchen and walk-ins for satisfactory cleaning and equipment in need of repair. Maintain sanitation standards through knowledge of health department standards and regulations.
•  Directly responsible for impacting food cost; maintain food costs in line with budget; accountable for the department P/L.
• Attend all required meetings and communicate all information daily.
• Provide assistance to other team members and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department, restaurant and hotel.
• Maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times, while providing personalized service to restaurant and hotel guests.
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Health Benefits, Travel Perks & More
Sign-on Bonus (Limited time only), Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401k, Vacation and Sick Leave are offered with this position along with a Team Member Travel Program, encouraging each team member to visit sister properties and enjoy exclusive team member rates for rest and relaxation.

Pay Range:  $66,000.00 to 76,000.00/annual