Executive Chef

Fast growing hospitality company headquartered in Albany, New York with hotels and restaurants up and down the east coast. We are seeking an Executive Chef for a Hilton Garden Inn in Troy, NY with 20,000 square feet of meetingcatering space.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to grow.

Maintain an acceptable level in food cost by controlling the recommended food handlingstorage procedures.

Ensure proper holding guidelines are used for hot, cold, frozen, and dry foods.

Follow leftover cooking and storage guidelines established through health department standards.

Oversee the proper food sanitation guidelines are adhered to at all times and kitchen staff is periodically updated on contamination hazards.

Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of all food production, holding, and storage areas to meet or exceed the local Health Department regulations.

Emergency and Safety guidelines followed through the use of proper knowledge of kitchen equipment handling and the storage of First Aid supplies in work areas.

Fire prevention maintained on daily basis through inspection of high-risk areas.

Use and maintain kitchen equipment and utensils according to prescribed procedures.

The arranging of food production equipment in stations for the purpose of systematic food preparation and service. Determine the amount of food to prepare and follow standardized recipes for consistent preparation.

Oversee the order taking, preparation, and serving, and banquet functions.

Food orders are prepared only when authorized by a written guest check or function sheet. All foods must be plated according to specifications.

Maintain all Food and Beverage cost controls in accordance with hotel guidelines.

Coordinate the receiving of all packages in accordance with hotel guidelines.