Job Description

Come be a part of something bigger!

More than 10,000 dedicated employees around the world bring their unique talents, expertise and experiences to work every day with Benchmark. Our strength lies in our diversity, positive service attitude and determination to succeed.  Come be a part of our “Be the Difference” culture, where every employee, at every level, in every job strives to capture moments when they can provide memorable, personalized service to our guests, coworkers, and communities.

We are a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home.  Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:

• Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs
• Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses) 
• 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future)
• Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn’t love to get away)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you)
• Employee family events (bring the kids!)
• Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few
• Many more, please inquire for more details

Who are we?

Imagine working in an atmosphere where originality is encouraged and a job well done is never forgotten. Imagine having a tropical resort job that requires you to have fun and make sure others do the same. Imagine telling your friends that you work in paradise, on the island of Duck Key in the heart of the Florida Keys. At Hawks Cay Resort, you don't have to imagine anymore. As long as you have the passion to succeed, we have a place for you on our team. As an Employer of Choice® we provide a unique work environment unlike anywhere in the world—both in our astonishingly beautiful Florida Keys locale, and in our engaging hospitality positions that give every associate the freedom to achieve their potential. Explore open positions for full time, part time, and seasonal jobs in South Florida including food and beverage jobs, housekeeping jobs, human resources jobs, entertainment jobs, and much more.

The restaurants at Hawks Cay embrace the true flavor of the islands, both on your plate and in your surroundings. Each of our Florida Keys dining experiences offer fresh local ingredients prepared by world-renowned chefs. Enjoy a romantic dinner at Sixty-One Prime, a cozy glass of wine by the fire pit or a toes-in-the-sand lunch at Oasis Cay. And with all of our Florida Keys restaurants located on the resort property, you're never more than a short stroll from your next meal or cool drink.

https://www.hawkscay.com/amenities/restaurants-and-bars

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for an Executive Chef, to lead the culinary experience at the resort/hotel.  This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen!  Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of developing creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally. 

If you are an experienced Chef, if you enjoy putting your creativity to work, and you enjoy the culinary impact you make on guests from all over the world, then we want you!

Your Role:

• You will create menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, as well as a food & beverage merchandising programs for grab & go or any other food retail element in the hotel.
• You will analyze menus and procedures to improve profit and quality 
• You will have your fingers on the pulse of trends, making changes based on guest needs, the hotel’s guest mix, and industry trends.
• You will be creative in developing daily, seasonal, and special event menus to enhance the guest experience.
• You will forecast purchases and maintain food cost to align with budget.
• You will be the leader in safety, efficiency, and sanitary production.
• You will follow corporate procurement program and food specifications from the director of Culinary, ensuring order guides are set up accordingly, and food inspection and receiving standards are met
• You will monitor all activities of Stewarding department and personnel.
• You will enhance the skills of your team by designing training and development plans
• You will work closely with the culinary team to provide demonstrations/examples of quality food and recipe standards.
• You will create an amenity program that reflects the hotel and its environment. A creative solution with a wow factor
• You are the leader of culture, “One Team” all employees feel empowered to assist any guests of the Hotel.
• You will maintain clear communication with the General manager, Director of Food and beverage and Human resources department.
• You will partner with the Corporate Chef to drive programs that ensure centralization and consistency

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience as an Executive Chef at a reputable hotel or resort
• Extensive menu development and menu costing experience
• Five + years of experience in multi-outlet food production management
• Outstanding communication skills, delegation, and abilities to have a vison for the culinary team.
• A hands-on working position with in-depth knowledge and skill in all aspects of food production to ensure proper training.
• Be a mentor and a coach to maintain employee retention.

Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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