Executive Chef, Kalaloch Lodge

Are you ready for an exciting and unique opportunity in a beautiful and scenic location in the Pacific Northwest? Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for an Executive Chef to join our team at Kalaloch Lodge in Forks, Washington. As Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and lead the kitchen and service team in delivering exceptional food and service to our guests.

If you’re an inspiring leader and innovative recipe developer looking to grow your career at a global hospitality company, apply now for this Executive Chef position.

Relocation assistance is available.

Pay

Benefits 

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match 
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Delaware North operates the lodging, food and beverage services at Kalaloch Lodge dating back to 2012. Set high on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Kalaloch Lodge is a classic seaside retreat with full access to the pristine wilderness and recreation of Olympic National Park.

• Hire, train, and mobilize kitchen and service teams
• Develop and maintain recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures; determine purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items
• Prepare operational reports; highlight progress, adverse trends, and make recommendations for success
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company and health department policies, regulations, and standards
• Possess working knowledge of company invoice tracking, labor tracking, schedule preparation, food cost management, labor cost management, inventory control, and hiring, counseling, and termination policies
• Ability to drive a company vehicle as needed on property

• Minimum two years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume industry-leading concept with five years' culinary experience in established restaurants and catering companies
• Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts preferred; ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required
• Strong financial and computer skills; experience working with and understanding of P&Ls and budgeting; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and point-of-sale (POS) systems
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs
• Proven ability to lead team members clearly and concisely while positively influencing behavior and performance
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Successful completion of a background check, including MVR and drug test required