Executive Chef, Dim Sum at Hakkasan Restaurant

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• TAO Marketplace
• Employee Discounts
• Time off and much more!

Management of the Dim Sum Department in accordance with Tao Group’s quality standards and Health Department regulations.  Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Ensures the needs of the guests are accommodated.  
• Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house and the entire venue.  
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, and training new applicants and team member development of all subordinates.  
• Participates in growth opportunities and team member development.  
• Responsible for the scheduling of assigned department (where applicable).  
• Oversee all prep, production, and service for quality and accuracy.  
• Organize and execute service based on the over count, catering/delivery, BEO’s and other event sheets.
• Proficient with all operational systems, including payroll and purchasing processing.  
• Complies with Department of Health and company standards.  
• Coaches all heart-of-house team members to develop their abilities by setting clear guidelines and expectations.  
• Communicates kitchen needs and/or issues to management.  
• Ensures team members are complying with SOPs.  
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings.  
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all Dim Sum recipes and maintains station recipe book.  
• Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials.  
• Ensures opening and closing procedures are being followed.  
• Communicates clearly and concisely with all team members during service.  
• Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised team members.  
• Oversees Dim Sum production for multiple locations (where applicable), coordinating weekly pars/delivery needed with Chefs at other locations.  
• Participates in making sure the venue is compliant with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and company policies.  
• Participates in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, and damage to equipment or furniture.  
• Attends, leads, and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings, or daily pre-shift meetings.  
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.  
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.  
• Demonstrates knowledge of the venue, Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.  
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.  
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue Dim Sum Training 

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum 2-3 years of previous Culinary supervisory/management experience within a high-volume kitchen setting is essential.  
• Two-year associate degree (60 credit hours) in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience preferred.  
• Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required.  
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with strong attention to detail.  
• Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS, and technology.  

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE  

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to move quickly  
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Exposure to cleaning materials
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment