Are you looking for a new opportunity with an upscale, high-volume concept? A well-established Oregon-based group is looking for a Culinary Director to elevate their back of house operations to the next level. If you have experience in high-volume, scratch kitchens, a proven history of delivering excellent guest experiences and cultivating strong teams in a fast-paced, environment, please apply today.

 

Culinary Director Qualifications:

• Experience as an Executive Chef, or Culinary Director in a high-volume concept
• Strong level of creativity and financially astute
• Broad knowledge of both front and back of house operations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and highly organized
• Servant leader, and great role model who inspires and motivates the team
• ability to foster a positive work environment and hold team accountable
• A culinary degree is preferred, and NRO experience is a plus

Culinary Director Duties:

• Responsible for managing all culinary operations including recruiting, hiring, training and mentoring the back and front-of-house teams to maintain high standards
• Stay up-to-date with culinary trends to develop innovative menus and seasonal recipes
• Audit kitchens as needed to ensure compliance with all food safety regulations
• Develop partnerships with local farmers, distributors and vendors to source high-quality ingredients
• Oversee inventory, ordering of food and supplies focusing on waste reduction and environmentally friendly practices
• Ensure consistent high food quality and presentation

Culinary Director Compensation and Benefits:

• Very strong base salary
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Real bonus potential
• Paid time off and vacation pay
• Real opportunities for career growth
• Employee discounts

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 143546 #post

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