Head Chef - F1 Arcade

HEAD CHEF

F1 Arcade® is the world's first official Formula 1® social entertainment venue, where high-octane excitement meets exceptional hospitality! Each meticulously designed venue features up to 90 state of the art full motion F1 racing simulators, a world-class food menu and open kitchen, an enormous cocktail and champagne bar, along with private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for all group sizes. Whether or not you're a racing fan, this is a social gaming experience like no other.

Role Overview

We're looking for a visionary Head Chef to lead our culinary journey at our flagship Washington, D.C. venue. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of an expanding brand by spearheading menu development, ensuring uncompromising quality, and training a top-tier culinary team.

In this role, you'll lay the foundation for culinary excellence that will define our brand across multiple outlets, setting benchmarks for innovation, creativity, and exceptional food standards during these pivotal early years.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and pioneer culinary excellence, we'd love to have you on our team!

Specifics of the role

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 + bonus

Location: F1 Arcade, Philadelphia

Hours of work: Varied

Reporting to: General Manager

What's in it for our future Head Chef?

• Pole Position Compensation: A salary package of $80,000-$100,000, plus additional generous bonuses, commensurate with your experience and expertise.
• Pit Stop Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your pit crew, ensuring your well-being both on and off the track.
• Work/Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance, offering generous holiday allowances, PTO, and a supportive environment where your personal and professional growth are equally valued.
• Future Opportunities: With our ambitious expansion plans, the chequered flag is just the beginning. Join us now and carve out your path to success with future 401K options, company stock, and more.

Key responsibilities of a Head Chef:

• Food Development: Adapt existing UK recipes and create new ones tailored for the US market, balancing à la carte offerings and corporate event packages.
• Departmental Integration: Collaborate with operations and sales teams to enhance margins and drive culinary initiatives.
• Training: Design comprehensive training programs in partnership with the Learning and Development team for kitchen staff and managers, ensuring consistency and excellence in food production.
• Brand Building: Partner with Marketing to showcase our brand through enticing menu offerings that evolve with consumer preferences.
• Operational Excellence: Implement and maintain quality assurance programs, ensuring adherence to safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Technology Utilization: Optimize F&B systems for recipe management, production, and inventory control to maximize efficiency.
• Leadership: Lead by example in daily operations, ensuring top-notch food quality and operational efficiency.

The ideal Head Chef will have the following skills:

• A proven track record in creating innovative menus and executing them with culinary expertise.
• Over 5 years of experience in high-volume upscale kitchens, you should excel in food cost management, portion control, and optimizing supply chain efficiencies.
• Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 and culinary technology systems is preferred.
• A degree or certificate in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management would be advantageous.
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment, you must demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining high standards of culinary excellence.
• Demonstrate the three core values:

Pursuit of Excellence

Positive Energy

Conscious Integrity