Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: $75,000 - $80,000, bonus eligible
LOCATION: Devils Backbone – Basecamp – Nellysford, VA
COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources, and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Executive Chef for Devils Backbone will be accountable for all food production including that used for restaurant, banquet functions and other outlets. This position will develop menus, food purchase specifications, and recipes. The Executive Chef will maintain high professional food quality and sanitation standards. In addition, will develop and monitor the food and labor budget for the department. This position will be responsible for multiple pub location performance including Basecamp in Nellysford, VA, Outpost in Lexington, Va, and Backyard in Charlottesville, VA.
JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
Determine operational goals and execution plans for the BOH and Pubs. Direct and hold all work unit staff accountable for those goals.Work closely with Hospitality and company leadership team to create and deliver strategic initiatives.Collaborate with Pub GM and AGM to ensure FOH and BOH are operating towards the same goals.Assists in the training of salary and hourly kitchen staff for growth and development.Directly manage Sous Chefs and multiple pub locations.Implements proper quality control procedures guaranteeing standards. Assist in ensuring safe working and guest environment to reduce risk and injury. Report any incidents to Safety Team and HR immediately. Develops standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which help to assure consistently high quality and to minimize food costs; exercises portion control for all items served and assists in establishing menu selling prices.Oversees schedules and work of Sous Chefs, cooks and other kitchen employees to assure that food preparation is economical and technically correct and within budgeted labor cost goals.Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas always, and that we are operating in accordance with applicable local health regulations. Manage relationship with local health authorities."Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree or Culinary Degree preferred. Significant Restaurant Kitchen experience – 5+ years minimum, depending on quality of experience.Experience managing multiple location hospitality organizations.Tourism hospitality experience preferred.The ability and aptitude to work with and troubleshoot equipment, lift and/or move up to 60lbs, and stand for 8+ hours per shift. Must be proficient in all kitchen positions in the restaurant (line cook, dishwasher, expo, etc).Excellent leadership skills with the proven ability to lead and motivate team members. Expert-level knowledge of food and beverage industry including BOH operations. Excellent organizational and communication skills with an ability to work in a team environment. Active problem solver with the ability to complete tasks while maintaining standards. Proficient in basic Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.Experience with inventory and recipe management systems such as Toast, and XtraChef.
WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch has always dreamed big. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. To reimagine what a beer company can be. And what, together with our people and our partners, Anheuser-Busch can do. Our collective impact is significant. Over the last decade alone, we have contributed more than $400 million to charitable organizations that support our communities, provided over 90 million cans of emergency drinking water, and, together with our wholesaler partners, invested more than $1 billion into responsible drinking initiatives. At the heart of these investments is our shared commitment to community – providing opportunity for our people, lifting our neighbors, and making a meaningful difference in the world. This future is our purpose. A future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share in. A future with more cheers.
BENEFITS:
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners Free Beer!