Fort George Brewery Hiring Executive Chef

Are you the person we’re searching for to oversee all aspects of Fort George’s kitchen operations, menu execution, and staff? Do you have stellar communication skills, a passion for culinary excellence, and experience in hiring, training, supervising, and leading a team of passionate cooks? The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily functions of Fort George’s two kitchens, seasonal food truck and special festival and events menus, creating an environment that encourages ownership and accountability, collaboration and innovation. As the head chef at Fort George, you’ll continue the Fort’s tradition of excellence and creativity while directing the operation of our high volume pubs. You must have extensive experience hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and coaching an effective body of kitchen staff, as well as a dedication to high standards of consistency, production, cleanliness, and culinary integrity. This is an exempt, salaried position with a full-time and variable schedule that will include nights, weekends, holidays, and any other times of peak pub sales volumes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Demonstrating a deep belief in our mission - to be a positive force for our community, to foster a safe and opportunity-rich workplace, and to create an excellent beer experience

Building strong team cohesion by listening, learning, and coaching; fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Providing guidance and encouragement to all personnel in a positive and constructive manner

Overseeing or assisting with the hiring, training, supervising, and development of BOH staff; managing schedules and workflows

Overseeing or assisting the Pubs GM and/or HR or VP staff with BOH staff performance management, coaching, & corrective action, training events/safety training, etc.

Working with Managers to train and develop all BOH staff

Maintaining high level of communication with supervisors, direct reports, and key team members

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Experience leading complex people teams in a full-service, high-volume restaurant setting required.

Detailed knowledge of the core principles of food preparation, handling, safety, TCS protocols, and menu development, including but not limited to standardized recipes, batch cooking, line cooking, wood-fired oven cooking, and proper temperatures for storage, rotation, and service.

Being able to adapt to frequent changes in workload & schedule and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.

Ability to communicate with patrons, purveyors, and coworkers; read labels, chemical information, etc.

Ability to use various computer software programs and apps as required by the company and role.

Basic math competency and volume conversions.

Must have reliable vehicle and a drivers' license in good standing order.

Manager ServSafe certification required (may be obtained after hire).

Valid Oregon Food Handler’s card or equivalent required (must be obtained within 30 days from first date of employment).

Valid OLCC Server’s Permit required (may be obtained upon hire).

Cicerone Certified Beer Server certification (or willingness to obtain) a plus.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS WE OFFER (varying eligibility criteria):

$68,000 - $78,000 per year DOE

Health benefits, paid sick time, paid time off, paid holidays, profit sharing program, and paid volunteering

401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match

Food/Beer/Merch perks and an annual beer benefits

Free counseling, legal, & financial services through Employee Assistance Program

INTERESTED:

Application closing date is Monday August 12, 2024.

Interested applicants must be 21 years of age or older, please complete and submit an application at https://fortgeorgebrewery.com/about/careersjob-information/or in person at our pub at 1483 Duane Street in historic downtown Astoria, Oregon. Please feel free to attach any additional materials that will demonstrate why you would be a strong candidate for this position (e.g. resume, cover letter, letter(s) of recc, etc.). For more information including a full job description, please respond to this listing or email.

Here at Fort George, we strive to maintain a culture in which all may contribute to the success of our organizations and industry, and all are valued for their unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. It has been found that those in traditionally underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they believe they do not meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or has less or differing experience. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of these qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact jobs@fortgeorgebrewery.com to discuss your application.

At Fort George Brewery we are and will remain an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity, and which actively opposes any sort of discrimination, harassment, bullying, inappropriate power dynamic, or retaliation, whether based on race, color, religion, sex, hair texture or style, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, handicap, genetic disposition, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. This commitment applies to employment, collaboration, service, and any other professional interaction alike.