Head Chef

Element Calgary
Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

We are hiring a Head Chef!

ABOUT US

At Bow & Bend, we value working with talented people in rewarding and productive ways, creating a dream team of fun and efficiency where everyone feels a sense of empowerment and accomplishment. Our commitment to delivering a culture of inclusivity, innovation, wellness, and personal growth is at the forefront of everything we do.

Join us and be part of our pre-opening team.

Nestled atop the 12^th floor, in Calgary’s vibrant west-end, overlooking the majestic Bow River, Bow & Bend brings the outdoors in as the Bow’s gentle bends mirror the tranquility of this signature 150-seat rooftop restaurant and bar. At its core are the finest culinarians and mixologists eagerly waiting to fulfill our customers’ dreams of an indulgent and refined dining experience. At Bow & Bend, we provide warm and attentive service in a visually stunning environment with an artfully crafted menu, embracing eco-conscious practices, through conscious choices and initiatives.

ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY

We are in search of a highly skilled and inspirational culinary leader for the position of Head Chef, responsible for driving the vision, culture and success of Bow & Bend. Responsible for all aspects of managing the kitchen and kitchen personnel, ensuring the quality preparation and presentation of all menu items and proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with company standards and sanitation/health regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a high level of enthusiasm and collaboration, with a keen ability to build and maintain a team of top performers, ensuring the highest level of food creativity & quality.

Primary accountabilities include:

• Consistently providing the highest quality of service to our customers and staff alike, setting a shining example for our team.
• Developing and creating exciting new menus that showcase the vision of our restaurant, using local ingredients to craft an extraordinary culinary experience.
• Maintaining the consistent quality of our offerings by testing products and refining delivery methods.
• Monitoring customer satisfaction, auditing food offerings, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
• Ensuring the highest level of staff satisfaction through selecting, training, scheduling, coaching, counseling, developing, recognizing and rewarding our staff.
• Providing exceptional instruction to cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of menu items.
• Requisitioning of food and kitchen supplies, maintaining approved food cost and within budget.
• Ensuring proper physical working conditions including kitchen tools and equipment.
• Maintaining a safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures, complying with health and legal regulations.
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in the industry, reviewing professional publications, benchmarking best practices, and participating in community events.

ABOUT YOU

• A Red-Seal certified, seasoned professional chef with a flair for innovation possessing a minimum of two years’ experience leading a kitchen in an upscale Restaurant operation in a downtown city center.
• Someone with an outstanding work ethic, along with a track record of reliability, punctuality and an approachable demeanor, with a strong commitment to safety.
• Someone who has solid leadership skills, adept at training, coaching and motivating a team of culinary professionals, passionate about helping them develop technique and artistry.
• An exceptional problem-solver, knowing how to troubleshoot, resolve situations efficiently, with the ability to shift priorities as needed, including handling customer or staff situations that may occur outside of typical work hours.
• Able to work well under pressure and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicator who values teamwork and collaboration.
• Able to combine strategic planning and day-to-day management.
• Physically able to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, crouch, and lift or carry objects up to 40 pounds or more.

Benefits of Working for Concord Hospitality

Concord Managers earn competitive wages and are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer training and development as well as career advancement opportunities. We thrive on reward and recognition and will provide you and your team with ample opportunities to shine within the company as well as within the brand.

Working for Concord Hospitality

Concord Hospitality invests in our associates by providing training and development at all levels. Our “Employee First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Concord’s employees are what our company is built upon, and we strive to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work-like harmony, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service possible, in every market we exist in.

Our cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and FUN!

If you are a proven leader, looking for a culture-rich and award-winning company, and you are ready to lead an amazing brand in a great and thriving location…we may be the perfect fit!

Apply today!