GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

This is a unique opportunity for up and coming Chefs as well as experienced Chefs at the unique atmosphere of Wintergreen Resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: 

Chef must be available to exercise his/her duties days, nights, weekends and holidays.  Experience in Hotel, Restaurant, Resort, or Commissary Production is preferred, but not required. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Chef must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:   

• Coordinate all food production operations. 
• Maintain a high quality sanitation program throughout areas of responsibility. 
• Maintain and evaluate existing menus, food concepts and develop creative new offerings which ensure the highest quality food, consistency, and profitability 
• Develop accurate and aggressive long and short range objectives for the kitchen operations that are consistent with the Food and Beverage Department goals 
• Operate within budgeted guidelines 
• Implement and maintain control procedures within the department 
• Implement and support Wintergreen Resort’s operating policies and procedures 
• Maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, ethics and image of self and staff 
• Continue professional development of self and staff, recognizing the opportunity to mentor and teach staff and instill passion for the culinary field 
• Communicate effectively between departments and within the restaurant in its entirety  
• Operate in compliance with all local, state and federal laws and government regulations including but not limited to the State Board of Health and the Alcohol and Beverage Control Board 
• Maintain fair wage and salary administration in the department in accordance with Wintergreen Resort policies 
• Assess and review the job performance of staff and maintain personnel records of assigned employees 
• Conduct regular departmental level meetings 
• Conduct a monthly inspection of the restaurant and consistently file in a timely manner 
• Direct and coordinate the activities of all assigned personnel and departmental responsibilities 
• Coordinate internal training and development programs which foster promotion within the company 
• Staff the kitchen to appropriately meet production and budget demands  
• Maintain positive employee relations 
• Maintain consistent and interactive guest rapport, on demand if necessary, at all times  
• Ensure good safety practices of employees and guests throughout the resort, assisting in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures 
• Perform and complete special projects as requested, such as menus for private dining events 

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BENEFITS OF WORKING AT WINTERGREEN:

Wintergreen Resort is a place for mountain lovers, adventure seekers and outdoor explorers.  A place to chase new experiences, marvel at the unexpected, and build new relationships that will keep you coming back for more. We work to play!   We work in a fun-filled, beautiful resort setting and have a competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefit portfolio for full time associates: (medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurances as well as Paid Time Off and a 401K plan).   Our unique recreational benefit package offers associates free and/or discounted resort activities, services and products.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.