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Hiring the Right Chef for Your Restaurant

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A chef might be called the heart of the kitchen.  They are the lead creative force of a business, no matter how casual or upscale the place may be.  This important role brings with it the responsibility of overseeing all kitchen operations.  When you are interviewing a candidate for a chef position, make sure to ask these questions:

1.) What is your philosophy on _____________?

You could be broad in filling in the blank asking about the candidates philosophy on food.  Or you could be specific and inquire about their thoughts on customer service.  It is important that you and your new chef agree on philosophy in order to create the most enjoyable and tasty experience for your employees and patrons.

2.) How would cook this dish?

John Stableforth, the director of a successful catering consultancy firm, encourages employers to share a part of their menu with a candidate.  Ask them to describe how they would prepare and serve one of the dishes.  This will show you their creative side as well as introduce their cooking methods.  Always ask if you don’t understand an answer about the cooking.  If you are not a chef, it is ok to ask them to explain.  Remember to ask about speed.  If you restaurant prepares large quantities of food, be sure your chef has experience and comfort in this area.

Check out Stableforth’s thoughts on hiring the right chef here.

3.) What experience do you have as a leader?

Bruce Buschel, an avid blogger featured on the NYTimes website in 2010, calls chefs “creative people who create in stressful situations and are given a wide berth by most colleagues.”  Your chef candidate may be able to cook and serve amazing dishes, but that is only one side of the job which you seeking to hire them.  Ask your potential employee about their experience leading a team.  You will want someone who you trust to supervise and train others; confident and commanding.

Check out Buschel’s article here.

 

Finding the right chef for your business is a time consuming task.  Take the time to ask the important questions to ensure your new chef can deliver quality plates and smoothly run your kitchen.

Job: Restaurant Manager

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Kona Hawaii

Market Kona, HI

Job Description 

National Company with local Island roots and outstanding reputation is looking for talented Restaurant Manager to help lead busy restaurant with a strong focus on craft beers. Help lead dynamic team of engaged team members in overall operations of a high-volume casual dining restaurant. Great scratch food with strong local and visitor guest following. Outstanding, fun environment.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • Minimum 2 years casual dining management experience
  • Ability to create and deliver unique guest experience, build guest loyalty
  • Experienced in financial analysis and forecasting
  • Approachable in nature with a passion for quality and service
  • Experience in high volume, at least $2 million in sales per year
  • Proven ability to train and motivate a team
  • Ability to lead team through company initiatives and projects
  • High energy, ability to make decisions quickly
  • Proven track record in maintaining strong cost controls and quality standards

Salary Range & Benefits

  • Salary $45k – $54k (Starting, Based On Experience Level )
  • Monthly House Account
  • Generous Annual Performance Bonus
  • Employer Paid Complete Health Care Package
  • 401K W/ Company Match
  • PTO (24 Days Per Year)
  • LTD And Life Insurance
  • Medical Savings Plan
  • Balanced Quality Of Life Schedule (45 – 50 Hrs. Per Week)
  • Tremendous Potential For Grow In Local Market And Beyond

Job Category Restaurant Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Restaurant General Manager

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photo: Seattle, WA — Pacific Coast Hospitality hospitality recruitment

Market Seattle, WA

Job Description 

A leading and growing local franchise of industry leading pizza company is looking for restaurant General Manager candidates to oversee the day-to-day operations of Seattle area locations. Ideal candidates must be adaptable, self-motivated, and passionate about excellent customer service and superior products. Prime responsibilities for General Managers, include hiring and training their team; creating a fun and professional work environment;  upholding brand standards and company policy; managing costs; ensuring  health and safety standards are upheld at all times;  building sales, customer base, and profitability; and motivating their team in the quest to be the best pizza company in the world.

Are you ready to be part of the action and the key person in a successful operation? We are looking for active, motivated people in the restaurant world with a minimum 1 year restaurant or equivalent experience (pizza business experience a plus). If you are looking to move forward in management with room for growth, we are interested in you. As a large and growing franchise, they have many opportunities and possibilities for management with stores of various sizes and locations.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • Minimum 1 year restaurant or equivalent experience (pizza business experience a plus)
  • Great attitude and customer-service oriented personality
  • Excellent attendance & punctuality
  • Reliable transportation as well as valid license, registration and insurance
  • Will be able to pass required background and MVR checks.
  • The drive to increase sales and profitability while providing positive work environment
  • Willingness to personally learn and excel as well as drive others in the same
  • Previous experience with inventory control, labor costs, and computer knowledge

Salary Range

  • General Managers Can Earn $30-50k Annually
  • Medical, Vision And Dental Insurance
  • PTO 6 Days For The First Year And 12 Days Thereafter
  • Meal Discounts
  • Outstanding Career Growth Opportunities
  • Quality Working Environment

Job Category Restaurant General Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Executive Working Chef

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photo: Honolulu, HI — Pacific Coast Hospitality. Restaurant Recruitment for Honolulu, HI

Market Honolulu, HI

Job Description 

National Company with local Island roots and outstanding reputation is looking for talented Executive Chef to help lead busy restaurant with a strong focus on farm to fork, organic, local fare. Help lead dynamic team of engaged team members in overall operations of a high-volume casual dining kitchen. Great scratch food with strong local and visitor guest following. Outstanding, fun environment.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • 3-5 years high volume Chef/KM experience ($5MM or more annual sales volume)
  • Formal culinary training / or culinary degree
  • Strong kitchen organizational skills / ability to set and uphold standards
  • Ability to create innovative local fare, yet also follow corporate specs when needed
  • Able to cook high end food (fresh fish, sushi, steaks etc.) in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for developing and mentoring a team
  • Track record of achieving financial results
  • Experience in “corporate” environment (high volume “chain” experience a plus)

Salary Range & Benefits

  • Salary – $58k – $62k (starting, based on experience level )
  • Monthly House Account
  • Generous Annual Performance Bonus
  • Employer Paid Health Insurance
  • 401K w/ Company Match
  • PTO (24 days per year)
  • LTD and Life Insurance
  • Medical Savings Plan

Job Category Executive Working Chef

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Restaurant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Executive Chef, Sous Chef

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Market Western States, USA (Multiple Positions)

Job Description 

INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED IMMEDIATELY!

We’re searching for seasoned Restaurant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Executive Chef, and Sous Chef candidates for upcoming growth opportunities in the Western United States. This is a high volume, national restaurant and bar concept that has a very strong guest following. Ideal candidates will come from full service management background with at least 3 years of high volume (4 million annual sales) restaurant/ tavern/sports bar management experience. Possessing a track record and passion for mentoring and developing others, delivering outstanding guest experiences, as well as achieving superior financial results is a must.

This upscale, casual theme concept takes great pride in presenting a menu that has everything made fresh from scratch. The menu includes innovative tavern fare including urban burgers, crafted sausage, wok dishes, fresh salads, pizza, fresh fish, steaks, sushi and artisanal sandwiches.

All management team members are responsible for delivering financial, human resource, and operational results through:

  • Unit sales growth
  • Internal mentoring and staff development
  • Guest first programs
  • Managing food cost and labor goals
  • Strong operational standards

This restaurant operator has a strong Guest-first culture, emphasizing their passion for quality and excellence in food, atmosphere and service. Hard work is an expectation, but it is the belief in a balanced lifestyle and fun work environment that sets them apart from the crowd. They own and operate over 20 concepts, with 49 restaurants in 11 states across the country and more on the way.

Requirements Ideal candidates must have the following:

  • Ability & willingness to travel for up to 2 months for initial concept training
  • Ability and willingness to relocate to any needed unit location (First unit to open in March/April, then every 3-4 month intervals. Possible locations in N. California, Seattle, Denver, and more)
  • 3-5 years high volume restaurant/ tavern/sports bar management experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Passion for developing and mentoring a team
  • Track record of achieving financial results
  • Strong honesty, integrity and guest-oriented philosophy
  • Personal and professional maturity is a key attribute

Salary Range & Benefits

Starting salary ranges are:

  • General Manager $70,000 – $75,000/yr.
  • Chef $70,000 – $75,000/yr.
  • Manager $45,000 – $60,000/yr.
  • Sous Chef $45,000 – $50,000/yr.

Annual Performance Reviews
Strong Bonus Potential
Paid Vacation
401K Plan
Full Health Benefits
Room for Rapid Advancement

Job Category(s)

  • Restaurant General Manager
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Executive Chef
  • Sous Chef

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Restaurant General Manager / Restaurant Manager

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photo: Seattle, WA — Pacific Coast Hospitality hospitality recruitment

Market Seattle, WA

Job Description 

A Seattle institution, this local upscale casual seafood concept is known for its sustainable, always wild, all natural seafood and local fare. We are searching for talented and motivated leaders to both grow their concept as well as protect its rich local history. We are looking for experienced hospitality professionals, both Restaurant Managers and Restaurant General Managers that take great pride in delivering the highest standards for food and service. Our average unit sales are between $2.5 – $3.5 million, with thousands of happy and loyal guests.

Management team members are responsible for growing sales and guest counts through:

  • Developing and maintaining guest loyalty
  • Providing only the freshest seafood available
  • Delivering a superior guest experience
  • Internal mentoring and staff development
  • Managing food cost and labor goals
  • Strong operational standards

This restaurant operator has a strong Guest-first culture, emphasizing their passion for only the freshest quality seafood and menu products, as well as delivering outstanding service in an upscale atmosphere.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • 2+ years high volume restaurant management experience
  • Passion for providing an exceptional guest experience
  • Pride in only using the freshest of menu ingredients
  • Strong communication & organizational skills
  • Passion for developing and mentoring a team
  • Track record of achieving financial results

Salary Range & Benefits

General Manager $60,000 – $75,000/yr.
Chef $55,000 – $65,000/yr.
Manager $45,000 – $55,000/yr.
Annual Performance Reviews
Paid Vacation
401K Plan
Full Health Benefits

Job Category(s) General Manager and Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Restaurant Area Supervisor / Manager

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photo: Portland, Oregon skyline | Pacific Coast Hospitality hospitality recruiters

Market Portland / Salem, OR

Job Description 

A leading and growing local franchise of national pizza company is looking for a Restaurant Area Supervisor candidate to lead and oversee 5-7 Salem / Portland area locations. Candidate must be located in greater Salem / Portland area. Ideal candidate must possess a minimum 2 years multi-unit experience in restaurant / retail industry; be experienced in ensuring operational effectiveness for multi-unit organizations; ability to learn a thorough understanding of Company standards, policies & procedures; ability to read financial statements with strong analytical skills; ability to effectively and professionally provide guidance and coaching to store management and TMs; ability to plan and conduct effective meetings; experience in working independently with a result orientation;  strong oral and written communication skills including public speaking; and strong organizational skills.

This franchise has been built on the values of a customer focused business plan, expanding from 5 to 30 units in 18 months. They continue to invest in their business with an eye to the future, building new locations, relocating stores, and aggressively remodeling many existing units, which are currently underway.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • Minimum 2 years multi-unit experience in restaurant / retail industry
  • Experienced in ensuring operational effectiveness for multi-unit organizations
  • Ability to thorough learn / understanding / teach Company standards, policies & procedures
  • Ability to read financial statements; strong analytical skills
  • Ability to effectively and professionally provide guidance and coaching to store management and TMs
  • Ability to plan and conduct effective meetings
  • Experience in working independently with a result orientation
  • Strong oral and written communication skills including public speaking
  • Strong organizational skills

Salary Range & Benefits

  • Annual Salary $50,000 – $70,000
  • Performance Bonus Potential / 90 days / $6,500
  • Mileage reimbursement / $.54 per mile
  • Health Insurance / 90 days / Family Coverage / $9,000 (est.)
  • PTO 6 days for the first year and 12 days thereafter

Job Category Restaurant Area Supervisor / Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

Job: Restaurant General Manager / Manager

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photo: San Francisco —Pacific Coast Hospitality. Restaurant Recruitment for San Francisco, CA

 

Market San Jose & Sunnyvale CA

Job Description 

In joining one of the fastest growing bakery / restaurant concepts in America, you will experience career stability with growth opportunities in a positive and friendly environment.  Our Mission is simple: “A Loaf of Bread in Every Arm”.  We have an established foundation for on-going, long-term growth.  We care about our customers and care about our people.

We are searching for bright and talented General Manager and Manager candidates with experience in high volume (average annual sales $2.5 million) fast-casual restaurant management. The ideal candidate must possess a track record and passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences,  mentoring and developing others (up to 5 Department Managers and 40 Team members), and thrive  in a systems driven environment.

Our Associates must maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality, and facility management. Managers must be available all days all shifts, able to work throughout the market area, with our rapid expansion we move / promote General Managers every 14-24 months.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

  • Minimum 2-3 years fast-casual restaurant management experience
  • Strong organizational, communication, delegation, and leadership skills
  • Commitment  to providing outstanding customer service
  • Passion for developing and mentoring a team
  • Track record of achieving financial results
  • Strong honesty, integrity and guest-oriented philosophy

Salary Range and Benefits

  • Starting salary range is $55,000 – $65,000/yr.
  • Generous Bonus Potential
  • 14 days PTO per year
  • Company 401K Retirement Plan
  • Medical / Dental Coverage
  • Very Balanced Lifestyle
  • Excellent Opportunities for Career Growth

Job Category(s) Restaurant General Manager / Restaurant Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.