Chef de Cuisine

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead our kitchen and continue the creativity, leadership, and excellence of our restaurant. The ideal candidate is a passionate culinary professional with a strong background in fine dining, menu development, and kitchen management. This is a hands-on position, with daily line work, not an office job.

Responsibilities:

Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food and presentation

Develop innovative, seasonal menus that align with our restaurant’s vision

Lead, train, and inspire a team of chefs and kitchen staff, while working with them on the line or expo

Manage food costs, monthly inventory, and supplier relationships

Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety

Help management and ownership to maintain labor and food cost benchmarks

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef

Strong leadership and organizational skills

Expertise in French and American preferred, but all backgrounds are welcome

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction

Experience with spreadsheets, point of sales, inventory management software, and recipe costing

Salary is DOE