Executive Chef

Abilene, TX

Full Time

Corporate

Experienced

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Director's Investment Group seeks a talented and creative person to serve in the capacity of EXECUTIVE CHEF for the DIG Lodge, a new, state-of-the-art, 20-room lodge and event center. The DIG Lodge will provide the Texas Excellence Experience for in-person board meetings, VIP trips, conclaves, and management conferences.

The Executive Chef plays a vital role in enhancing the overall experience at the DIG Lodge by developing and executing a unique food and entertainment program. This position is essential for managing all culinary activities at the DIG Lodge, including events and take-home meals for DIG staff. By creating exceptional dining experiences and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, the Executive Chef significantly contributes to customer satisfaction, staff well-being, and the organization's reputation for excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Overall Kitchen Operations

Tools & Technology:

General kitchen equipment and appliances
Cutting tools and kitchen utensils

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Menu Creation: Develop and update menus for VIP breakfast, lunch, and dinners, employee luncheons, staff retreats, Board meetings, staff trainings, and employee take-home foods.
Kitchen Supervision: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring efficiency and adherence to health and safety regulations.
Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop vegetables, cut meat, measure spices, etc.
Prepare & Plate Dishes: Create and beautifully plate dishes such as salads, entrees, sandwiches, soups, steaks, sides (vegetables), etc.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste and control costs.
Budget Oversight: Manage the kitchen budget, including labor costs, food costs, and other expenses. Monitor financial performance and implement cost-saving measures as needed.
Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. Conduct regular inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Customer Interaction: Engage with customers to gather feedback and ensure satisfaction. Address any concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
Maintain Cleanliness: Keep the kitchen clean and orderly by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role
Exceptional culinary skills and creativity
Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Education/ Certifications:

Required: Food Handler Certification
Preferred: Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

About Directors Investment Group
Directors Investment Group (DIG) offers an award-winning workplace that is truly one-of-a-kind.
DIG has been recognized with numerous workplace awards, including the prestigious FORTUNE magazine “Best Small & Medium Workplaces” List, the “Best Workplaces in Finance & Insurance” List, the “Best Workplaces for Millennials” List, and the “Best Workplaces in Texas” List. The company is also a winner of the top 100 “Best Companies to Work for in Texas,” published by Texas Monthly.

Based in Abilene, TX, DIG offers a unique corporate culture and benefits that our employees love! Founded on Christian principles of leadership through service, integrity, honesty, and respect, the company is dedicated to serving the funeral profession and helping funeral homes enhance their service to families in a rapidly changing marketplace. In fact, our mission is "to be known as the best, most-respected provider of service to the funeral industry."

So, what makes DIG such a great place to work? We apply these same principles to how we treat our employees: offering excellent compensation, a fun, friendly, and supportive work environment, and more benefits and perks than we can mention; including employer-paid health coverage, 401(k) matching, life insurance, an on-site clinic, a 24-hour fitness center, free fresh fruit and beverages, a corporate university, book studies, and many personal growth opportunities for mind, body, and soul.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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