Executive Chef- Relo Grand Rapids MI

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We are seeking an Executive Chef with exceptional creativity, craftsmanship, and a genuine passion for surpassing guest expectations. SILVA is a 50,000-square-foot building in the heart of the Monroe North Business District in downtown Grand Rapids. A dinner-tainment concept featuring a Bar & Restaurant, indoor Bocce courts, and a large (16,000 square foot!) event space. SILVA has something for everyone!!

Executive Chef Benefits:

• Bonus potential
• 401k
• Relocation benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Healthcare

Executive Chef Responsibilities:

• Creating a positive, fun, and professional environment
• Creating innovative and high-quality recipes and dishes that align with our culinary vision
• Supervising and leading all members of the kitchen team at every level
• Maintaining food quality, safety, and sanitation standards; adhering to all local health and safety regulations
• Developing and updating menus as needed based on trends, seasonality, customer preferences, and dietary requirements, while ensuring consistency and proper cooking techniques
• Working together with suppliers and vendors to guarantee the availability of fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff to ensure consistent delivery of exceptional dining experiences
• Managing kitchen budgets, BOH financials, labor costs, and controlling food costs while maintaining excellent quality

Executive Chef Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Kitchen Management / Executive Chef in an upscale environment, with new restaurant openings being a plus
• Able to develop authentic and quality-driven recipes using fresh ingredients
• Experience using kitchen/restaurant software and purchasing/management systems
• Able to effectively manage costs and possess a strong understanding of inventory controls and financials
• Strong organizational skills, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Team player with the ability to collaborate at all levels

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 142094

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Darren O’Dwyer

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