Company description

Macallan Advisors LLC is a hospitality venture firm in Charlottesville VA. We are opening a new restaurant called Monks - an American Bistro & SkyBar Lounge.

Monk’s will deliver an engaging American-inspired comfort dining experience, inviting to everyone, that creates unparalleled value by blending curated music and a cabaret experience with fairly priced food and drinks. The continuous and diverse range of programming including; live piano, DJ.s, curated music, vocalists, gospel choirs, themed events, and live performances will inspire and delight our guests, building strong repeat patronage and loyalty

Job description

Welcome in 2024 with a new opportunity in Charlottesville, Virginia.

We are seeking a creative, entrepreneurial, and passionate Executive Chef looking to make their mark in one of America's top-rated most livable cities. Home to the University of Virginia - proximate to Washington DC and Richmond – Charlottesville is a thriving town with a vibrant foodie culture, agricultural community, and academic and music scene. We seek a culinary leader who wants to build a best-class kitchen for this new restaurant opening in Spring '24. We are interviewing now! Serving breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, and a robust bar menu - we are focusing on American comfort food with a creative twist to deliver a memorable and consistent guest experience.

Desired candidates will have:

• 3-5 years of experience as an executive chef or chef de cuisine in successful, noted restaurants. Open to a seasoned sous chef looking to move up.
• A true appreciation for food and cuisine.
• Prior experience expediting high-volume meal services.
• A history of successfully recruiting, training, and mentoring a diverse kitchen team.
• A well-developed business acumen. A bottom-line sensibility and cost-management mindset are valued.
• Fluid technical skills - Microsoft, google, Toast POS, etc.
• A genuine sense of curiosity and collaboration
• An unwavering commitment to personal accountability.
• Serious kitchen chops. Poseurs need not apply.
• New restaurant opening experience a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culinary Leadership: Inspire and lead the kitchen team to consistently deliver top-quality dishes that align with the restaurant's vision and brand.
• Menu Execution: Execute menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, trends, and customer preferences. Maintain creativity and innovation in menu offerings.
• Quality Control: Maintain the highest food quality standards, presentation, and taste. Conduct regular kitchen inspections and tastings to ensure consistency.
• Vendor Management: Foster sustainable and effective partnerships with food suppliers to ensure best-in-class ingredients. Explore forward-thinking sourcing relationships with local farmers and makers to bring increased value and quality to the restaurant.
• Cost Management: Manage food costs effectively by sourcing ingredients, controlling portion sizes, and minimizing waste while maintaining quality.
• Staff Development: Recruit, train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Be a sought-after kitchen experience for up and coming talent.
• Kitchen Operations: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including scheduling, ordering, inventory management, cleaning/maintenance, and compliance with food safety standards and industry best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the managing ownership and General Manager and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless coordination between the kitchen and dining areas.
• Community Outreach: Willingness to engage with the community as an ambassador of the restaurant through educational experiences, mentoring, volunteering, etc.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits coverage
• Equity participation

Monks is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.” We celebrate diversity and believe it is critical to our success. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment. Our workplace is violence and weapons-free, and we expect all employees to contribute to creating a secure atmosphere where everyone can thrive.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $50,000 - $75,000

Application instructions

Deadline

January 31, 2024