Executive Chef-Salaried Exempt
The Lakefront, Anchorage hotel (formerly the Millennium Hotel) is recruiting for salaried exempt, (not subject to overtime) Executive Chef to join our team. At the Lakefront Anchorage Hotel, we strive to deliver a memorable experience for our guests. Situated on the shores of scenic Lake Spenard, one mile from Anchorage International Airport and four miles from downtown Anchorage, the Lakefront Anchorage Hotel is the perfect starting point to explore the many wonders Alaska has to offer. The Lakefront Anchorage Hotel boasts 248 rooms and three outstanding food and beverage outlets.

The role of the Executive Chef is to be responsible for coordinating activities of and direct training of chefs, cooks, and other kitchen employees engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service.

Typical duties of the Executive Chef include:

• Plans or participates in planning menus and utilization of food surpluses and leftovers, taking into account probable number of guests, marketing conditions, popularity of various dishes, latest of menu, etc.
• Estimates food consumption and purchases or requisitions foodstuffs and kitchen supplies.
• Reviews menus, analyzes recipes, determines food, labor and overhead costs and assigns prices to menu items.
• Directs food apportionment procedures to control costs.
• Supervises cooking and other kitchen personnel and coordinates assignments to ensure economical and timely food production.
• Observes methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions, and garnishing of foods to ensure food is prepared and presented in prescribed manner.
• Devises Creates special event dishes and new or unique recipes.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen, food storage areas, and equipment according to the USPH regulations.
• Maintain consistency and quality in food taste in line with photos and assigned recipes.
• Company policy.
• Works closely with sales and banquet staff to ensure food for banquet functions is properly prepared and served at the time indicated.
• Works closely with Sales to create a separate banquet menu and special menus for event/functions.
• Conducts end of month inventory.
• Manages food and labor cost to either meet or be below budget.

The successful applicant will:

• Associate degree from accredited college/university of related culinary management program preferred, or 3-4 years related experience. Must have at least 2 years of experience in related role. Must have experience with banquets.
• Knowledge of menu planning, soups, sauces, and meat, poultry and seafood items is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and leaders to complete property/corporate initiatives and effective day to day operations.
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple priorities in a demanding work environment.
• Effective labor management to minimize overtime and ensure appropriate staff assignment to guest traffic flow.
• Patience, tact and diplomacy.
• Work as a productive team member by contributing positive energy.
• Perform the duties of the position in a safe manner.
• Be professional and respectful in all interactions with guests and associates.
• Must have a current ServSafe certification and uphold all guidelines for food and safety.

If you enjoy doing a variety of tasks in an environment that can go from relaxed to busy and takes pride in their work environment and be recognized for the job you do then this job is for you!

The Lakefront offers a very competitive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. Plus a 401k with an employer contribution.

Apply online at https://millenniumanchorage.applicantstack.com/x/openings

• Millennium Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
• Millennium Hotel is a drug free workplace. We conduct pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks on all applicants after a job offer.
• Millennium Hotels participates in the electronic employment eligibility verification program commonly referred to as E-Verify.

This job posting is not intended to detail every aspect of your job or list every task you may perform. It is provided as a general overview of the responsibilities and skills required to do this job successfully.