Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Executive Chef Job Description 

Mission Statement:

Bluefields Bay Villas provides high quality, upscale villa experiences for all our visitors regardless of race, age, religion, or sexual preference. We aim to give all guests a strong taste of Jamaica with classically attentive and individualized service, an authentic Jamaican appearance both inside the houses and all over the properties, and a strong mix of Jamaican cuisine. Our guests expect world-class service and food in a clean and well put together environment. We aim to deliver an unbelievable experience and win repeat customers.

Chain of command:

Chef Team & Storeroom Assistants > Exec Chef > Directors

Summary:

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall food and beverage operations at Bluefields Bay Villas. This includes oversight of 7 Villa kitchens, managing a centralized storeroom, management of the purchasing process and maintaining supplier relationships. The Executive Chef will also be responsible for leading 15 Chefs who make lunch, hors d’ouvers and a 3-course dinner each day for anywhere from 2 to 15 guests. The Executive Chef must have a strong culinary background and experience in managing large kitchens. They must also be able to work independently and as part of a team. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage 7 Villa kitchens, including ensuring that they are clean, organized and stocked with the necessary supplies.
• Ensure the maintenance of the appliances and equipment.
• Manage 15 chefs, including assigning tasks, providing feedback and training.
• Develop and implement menus that meet the needs of our guests and are within budget.
• Monitor food cost and wastage.
• Provide training and quality management for the Housekeeping Team who prepare the guest breakfasts. 
• Tailor menus to dietary needs including accommodation for allergies, dietary restrictions, or special requests. 
• Continuous improvement of the food program through taking on guest and director feedback in creating the breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner menus.
• Total oversight of the order management system for the Resort, ensuring timely and accurate ordering of goods (including beverages). 
• Quality control of goods received and management of all storage areas to include cold, frozen, and dry storage. 
• Guidance to the Storeroom Assistants to ensure that food and beverage supplies are processed and delivered to the Villas in the correct quantities and on time. 
• Understanding of the relationship between the Villas and the Storeroom and managing the feedback loop. 
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Shop around suppliers for consistent and cost-effective prices.
• Ensure that all food is prepared according to health and safety regulations, is timely in service and that guests are satisfied with the food and beverage service.
• Responsible for conducting semi-annual reviews for all persons in his department

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or diploma
• 5+ years of experience as a chef, with at least 3 years of experience in a management role
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Open communication with other Resort teams 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Must be able to work in Jamaica

Uniform Requirements:

• Bluefields chef jacket
• Bluefields chef pants
• Nametag 
• Klogs