The Opportunity
This is not simply a back-of-house management role - this is a premier culinary leadership position at one of Orange County's most visible restaurants.
As Chef de Cuisine, you will:
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Lead a large, high-performing culinary brigade in a high-volume, upscale dining environment
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Drive consistency and excellence across premium steaks, chops, seafood, and seasonal features
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Inspire innovation while protecting the integrity of a proven, high-performing concept
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Set the tone for kitchen culture - disciplined, collaborative, accountable, and proud
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Partner closely with the Executive Chef and senior leadership to execute strategic culinary initiatives
You will be hands-on, present on the line, and relentlessly focused on execution. Every plate that leaves the pass represents our brand - and your leadership.
What You'll Own
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Daily kitchen operations and service execution at the highest level
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Culinary training, mentorship, and development of sous chefs and line cooks
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Labor management and food cost performance in a high-volume setting
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Menu implementation and seasonal rollouts
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Inventory management, purchasing, and vendor partnerships
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Health, safety, and sanitation excellence
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Seamless collaboration with front-of-house leadership to deliver a refined, high-touch guest experience
Who You Are
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4+ years as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in a $10MM+ upscale restaurant
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A proven leader of large teams in high-expectation environments
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Financially savvy - you understand margins, labor models, and cost controls
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Passionate about premium ingredients, technique, and presentation
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Calm under pressure and energized by volume
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A culture-builder who develops people while holding high standards
A culinary degree is preferred, though demonstrated excellence and progressive growth matter most.
Why Orange Hill
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Competitive base salary: $110,000$120,000 + bonus potential
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Comprehensive benefits package
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The opportunity to lead at one of Southern California's most recognized independent restaurants
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Visibility within Specialty Restaurants Corporation, a respected, privately held restaurant group with iconic properties
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Real opportunity for career progression within a growing organization
If you are ready to lead a kitchen where performance meets precision, where volume meets refinement, and where every night matters - we would love to meet you.
Orange Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
