Executive Chef

Job Title: Executive Chef
Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: ACBL HQ - Jeffersonville, IN
Job Type: Full-Time (M-F 6am-3pm); Salary

Are you a culinary leader ready to make waves? American Commercial Barge Line is seeking an Executive Chef to craft and oversee an exceptional menu while managing all aspects of kitchen operations. You'll hire, train, and lead a top-tier kitchen team, plan and procure high-quality ingredients, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards of taste, safety, and cleanliness. Join us and bring your passion for food to a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your creativity and leadership will shine!

When you join ACBL... American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and participate in the production, preparation, and presentation of food for ACBL and catered events.
• Create recipes, plan, and adjust menus to meet the needs of the building population.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement catering requests.
• Hire, train, and discipline the kitchen team.
• Coordinate and supervise all the kitchen staff duties.
• Budget and purchase food and kitchen supplies as well as maintaining inventory.
• Monitor sanitation practices in the kitchen and ensure that all kitchen safety standards are met.
• Maintain cost reports and develops strategies to control spending
• Obtain feedback on food and service quality, and handle customer problems and concerns.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for...

You will need to have:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• ServSafe certified.
• 5+ Years of experience working in a professional cooking environment.
• Ability to plan and order supplies to prepare menus.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work for lengthy periods of time while standing.
• Experience leading kitchen staff is highly desired.

Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...

• Not your traditional restaurant setting (Office Environment).
• Managing a small Cafe team.
• Opportunity to bring your own ideas to the table.
• Full time, Salaried Role with Full Benefits.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Commitment to safety and professional development
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

FLSA Status:

Exempt