Block 3

Role: Chef de Cuisine Reports To: Culinary Director, Director of Operations, General Manager Direct Reports: Sous Chef, Hourly BOH Team Members Key Relationships: FOH Management team, Hourly Team Members, Lead Team Members The Chef de Cuisine serves as a leader in ensuring that the cultural, culinary & operating standards are upheld daily. The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for maintaining the highest quality standards for the menu by being well-versed in the recipes, plate & product specifications, and cooking techniques of the menu. They need to be familiar with and drive sanitation regulations and showcase those standards within the operation. They support and create a culture with the staff to ensure that the guest experience and financial health of the business are in line with the standards, vision and goals of Block 3, and that their team embodies Apres Cru Hospitality's values. In this role they will be responsible for consistently executing signature dishes according to existing recipes and collaborating on new ones that help define the restaurant and resonate with guests creating new regulars. This position is also accountable for having a direct impact on the profitability of the operation. They will be responsible for managing a large inventory of perishable food items and maintaining cost control & labor % while not compromising on standards. They will need to be able to recruit, hire, lead, coach, and develop the kitchen and FOH staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner at the highest level of quality. The chef is also accountable for properly educating the team, both FOH and BOH, on menu knowledge. The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for developing key hourly employees and sous chefs to further deepen our talent pipeline. Leadership: Engage and inspire the management and line staff. Lead the restaurant by role modeling the highest level of culinary standards. Actively participate and contribute to the weekly Manager Meeting Work with the GM, Sous Chef(s), and Key Hourly Team to create a Culinary Operation agenda pertaining to the restaurant's needs. Lead the team with hospitality, integrity, respect, and an entrepreneurial spirit Guest Engagement: Ensure we are actively engaging with guests, before, during and after their experience. Commit to passionate, intense, uncompromisingly humble hospitality and high-quality guest experience. Consistent execution of food, beverage, service, and hospitality that aligns with Block 3's brand. Participate in local marketing functions and events to promote brand recognition at the highest level of quality. Engage and interact in the guest experience by stepping out from the kitchen and cultivating regulars. Business Acumen and Compliance: Operate smarter, play offense with sales, build trust with guests and investors. Possess a maniacal and uncompromising approach to food production and food quality standards. Properly execute the daily kitchen operational systems. Keep systems binders complete, up to date, and organized with proper documentation. Practice proper sanitation and safety at all times with compliance to general standards and Health Department regulations to protect the health and welfare of our guests and co-workers. Comprehensive knowledge of all the components contributing to food & labor cost control. Leverage technology and systems to forecast, track, order, receive, schedule, cost out labor and recipes Work to help foster a professional relationship with all vendors and resolve any issues that arise. Properly execute menu rollouts and plan for a successful implementation. Take ownership of the restaurant's R&M needs and be able to communicate effectively Follow through to keep all restaurant equipment in satisfactory, working condition. Lead and uphold a best in class approach to human resources, safety, food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness practices in the restaurant. Partner with the GM to create proper staffing levels and schedules that achieve excellence in operations while taking care of the bottom line. Employee Development: Identify/hire great people and develop them into great leaders. Interview and approve all hiring for hourly kitchen employees for the restaurant. Actively drive recruitment of talent to the restaurant; as well as retain talent by inspiring, teaching, and embracing a culture of development. Ensure that operational and training standards are consistently followed and executed. Effectively lead by demonstrating a professional approach with coworkers through great leadership skills, ethics, and team development. Conduct talent reviews and performance evaluations on a timely basis; provide clear, transparent, honest feedback to the team on performance measures and recommend promotions or set corrective actions when appropriate. Effectively identify and develop internal talent with success to help with the overall company's need for a talent pipeline. Support continued education of hourly team members by being involved in daily training demos, line ups, and tasting sessions. Hold all employees accountable to Block 3's cultural values, goals, and standards. Properly communicate and create an environment where new company initiatives are supported and embraced by the staff.