Top 14 Head chef Jobs in Willoughby, Oh

Director of Culinary
MISKIRI HOSPITALITY GROUP —Cleveland, OH
- $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
Brennan's Catering & Banquet Center —Cleveland, OH
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
- Driver's License
- Food provided
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Head Cook
AVI Foodsystems —Mentor, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef-Food Services Old Brooklyn; Days
METROHEALTH SOUTH CAMPUS —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Customer service
Cook, Prep. - Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Levy
Levy Sector —Cleveland, OH
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Restaurant Manager / Head Chef
PureFYX —Cleveland, OH
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Leadership
- Profit sharing
- Employee discount
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Head Baker and Manager
ungers market —Cleveland Heights, OH
- $20 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Bakery
- Organizational skills
- In-person
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Sous & Line Cooks - Growth opportunities w/ Market Garden Brewery - Ohio City Restaurant Group
Market Garden Brewery - Bright Side - Nano Brew Cleveland —Cleveland, OH
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
CLEAN PLATE INC —Bedford Heights, OH
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Line Cook
PureFYX —Cleveland, OH
- $39,000 - $49,000 a year
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Line Cook
Sibling Revelry Brewing —Rocky River, OH
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Restaurant
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Line Cook
PNR ENTERPRISES INC —Seven Hills, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
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PM Line Cook
Holiday Inn Cleveland-South (Independence) —Independence, OH
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- Trade school
- In-person
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Signature of Solon Country Club —Solon, OH
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Director of Culinary
MISKIRI HOSPITALITY GROUP —Columbus, OH
Kitchen Layouts: Assist with kitchen design, equipment procurement, and workflow optimization for existing and new store openings.
$140,000 a year
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Upper Crust Food Service —Columbus, OH
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Director of Culinary

MISKIRI HOSPITALITY GROUP
Cleveland, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$140,000 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

ServSafe
Kitchen cost control
Restaurant cost management

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Director of Culinary oversees the strategic vision, menu development, and back-of-house (BOH) operations for all restaurant locations within our group. This role leads culinary innovation, establishes standard operating procedures, and ensures maximum kitchen profitability. The Director of Culinary mentors kitchen leadership, enforces strict food safety protocols, and maintains uniform food quality across the entire brand. [1, 2, 3]

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Innovation & Menu Engineering

Menu Development: Design, test, and implement innovative menus that align with brand identity and food trends.
Recipe Standardization: Create detailed, cross-utilizable, and scalable recipe manuals with precise plating guides.
Pricing & Profitability: Audit theoretical food costs regularly to hit target margins through smart pricing and ingredient selection.
Seasonal Rollouts: Manage the R&D pipeline for limited-time offers (LTOs) and seasonal menu updates. [1, 2]

Supply Chain & Food Cost Control

Vendor Selection: Source high-quality ingredients and negotiate national or regional pricing contracts with vendors.
Inventory Management: Oversee BOH inventory systems to track waste, prevent theft, and optimize stock levels.
Quality Assurance: Establish rigorous quality control standards for incoming raw products and finished dishes.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

Kitchen SOPs: Develop and enforce uniform standard operating procedures for prep, line execution, and closing shifts.
Health & Safety: Ensure every kitchen strictly adheres to FDA Food Code, local health department mandates, and OSHA guidelines.
Kitchen Layouts: Assist with kitchen design, equipment procurement, and workflow optimization for existing and new store openings.

Talent Management & Training

Chef Leadership: Recruit, onboard, and mentor Executive Chefs and Head Chefs across all locations.
Training Programs: Conduct comprehensive hands-on training workshops for all new menu rollouts and culinary systems.
Performance Management: Evaluate kitchen leadership performance and establish clear professional development paths.
Culture: Foster a collaborative, professional, and high-energy kitchen environment to maximize retention.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience: Minimum of 5 years as a Multi-Unit Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Culinary Director.
Education: Degree in Culinary Arts or Culinary Management preferred. Equivalent professional experience required.
Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of food cost metrics, yield analyses, and BOH inventory software.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage, inspire, and train remote culinary teams across multiple locations.
Certifications: Current ServSafe Manager and ServSafe Allergens certifications required.
Travel: Willingness to travel frequently to various locations (up to 50–75% of the time) for audits and openings. [1, 2, 3]

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to stand, walk, and work on hot kitchen lines for extended periods.
Ability to safely lift and carry kitchen items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Frequent exposure to sharp utensils, high heat, open flames, and cold storage units.

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Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

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Sous Chef-Food Services Old Brooklyn; Days

Cook, Prep. - Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Levy

Restaurant Manager / Head Chef

Head Baker and Manager

Sous & Line Cooks - Growth opportunities w/ Market Garden Brewery - Ohio City Restaurant Group

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