Chef de Cuisine

Position: Chef de Cuisine Osteria Alberico

Osteria Alberico is named after Frasca Hospitality Group’s owner Bobby Stuckey’s wife, Danette and her family. Osteria Alberico is the sister restaurant to Boulder’s Pizzeria Alberico, and the newest addition to Frasca Hospitality Group. More casual than a ristorante or trattoria, a traditional osteria can often be found in neighborhoods instead of tourist-laden streets. A space that serves as a catch all for casual meet-ups, family dinners and post-work enjoyment, locals and visitors alike can expect warm, familial hospitality

Description: The objective at Osteria Alberico is to create a menu that represents the values, flavors from Italy with the simplicity of the Italian tradition. It is critical to develop positive teams that are focused on the pursuit of excellence. You must be a role model in behavior, attitude, respect for all and leadership. You will have a wide range of latitude to pursue dishes of your choosing, steps of service, systems, and hiring of staff. Your direct supervisor will be the Director of Culinary who will coordinate changes and achieve budget objectives. Budget objectives will be set at the beginning of each year and are expected to be achieved. Any issues with achieving desired budgetary goals need to immediately be brought up with the Director of Culinary and Frasca Hospitality Group Controller.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leadership
• Consistent, steady leadership of employee teams towards the vision of hospitality excellence and operational effectiveness
• Consistent execution of service 5 nights a week
• Work with GM to build a strong working relationship and set restaurant goals
• Exemplify Frasca Hospitality Group Core Characteristics
• Financial
• Analysis of daily sales, covers and expenses against targets
• Manage labor on a daily basis to achieve desired target
• Manage Food costing to budget target
• Explanation of any budget variance related to kitchen labor or COGS
• Development
• Selection, development and growth of Sous chefs
• Responsible for hiring for line level kitchen staff
• Creation and management of training documents and procedures
• Perform staff evaluations and develop meaningful relationships with team members
• Foster and grow a culture of enlightened hospitality
• Culinary
• Set the direction and ambitions for Osteria Alberico menus including special events
• Coordination of all food ordering and needed supplies
• Educate and inspire all Osteria Alberico employees with regards to food, technique and Italy

• Property Management
• Ensure the restaurant's cleanliness
• Coordination of repairs and regular maintenance

Requirements of the Position

• In-depth knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture
• At least 5 years of culinary management experience, with a specific focus and passion for pizza
• Proficiency in executing high volumes of Private Dining Room (PDR) events and buyouts
• Experience in interpreting and analyzing Profit and Loss (P&L) statements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Google Drive, Excel, and Word
• Familiarity with Tock, Restaurant 365, and Toast
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, exhibiting professionalism and confidence
• Exceptional multitasking abilities
• Knowledge of international wines and culinary practices
• Demonstrated collaborative work in a leadership role

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Frasca Hospitality Group offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package to eligible employees. The benefits include employee medical premium covered at 100%, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, sick and vacation paid leave, holiday pay, 401(k) with company contribution, employee assistance program and an alternative transportation incentive program. Frasca Hospitality Group Manager Benefit Package includes internal and external dining stipends, professional development and more. Bonus Potential based on performance.

Frasca Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status