Job Summary
We are excited to announce the opening of a brand-new restaurant and are looking for a passionate and experienced Executive Chef and sous chefs to lead our culinary team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, from menu execution to food safety, ensuring that every dish served reflects our commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with a strong background in fine dining, event service, and team management, ready to inspire and elevate our culinary offerings from day one. This is an incredible opportunity to shape a new culinary destination and create memorable dining experiences for our guests.
Spanish speaking a plus!
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of innovative menu specials that highlight quality ingredients and culinary creativity, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
- Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Oversee all food safety sanitizing procedures and ensure strict adherence to health regulations across the kitchen and dining areas.
- Supervise kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management to foster a motivated and cohesive team environment.
- Coordinate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs while maintaining menu integrity and safety protocols.
- Oversee inventory control, food production costs, and ordering processes to optimize efficiency without compromising quality.
- Support catering events and banquet services by managing large-scale food production with precision and professionalism.
- Implement effective kitchen management practices such as shift management, cost control strategies, and food handling procedures to ensure smooth operations.
Experience
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or sous chef or role within fine dining or upscale restaurant environments.
- Spanish speaking a plus!
- Extensive volume experience in elevated dining.
- Supervising experience managing diverse culinary teams in fast-paced settings.
- Strong knowledge of food safety sanitizing procedures, inventory management, and cost control techniques.
- Demonstrated expertise in menu planning, food preparation, kitchen management, and hospitality standards.
- Experience working within the food industry with a focus on quality service delivery and team leadership.
- Familiarity with managing dietary requirements and ensuring compliance with health regulations is highly desirable.
Join us as our Executive Chef or sous chef for the opening of this high end Mexican restaurant! Bring your culinary vision to life while leading an energetic team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant new setting.
Pay: $75,588.47 - $110,762.46 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
