Chef

Chef – South Redondo Beach

We are seeking a passionate and talented Chef to join our team in beautiful South Redondo Beach. If you have experience working in upscale environments, we want to hear from you This is an exciting opportunity to bring your culinary expertise to a vibrant, high-end setting and craft exceptional dishes that delight our guests.

This is a hands-on position — the Chef will be working and cooking in the kitchen daily, as we have a small, dedicated kitchen team. Your active involvement in the kitchen is essential to maintaining our high standards and creating a memorable dining experience. This is currently a dinner-only restaurant, with plans to open for brunch in the future.

What You'll Do: 

• Lead and oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation
• Develop and execute creative menus that reflect upscale, sophisticated cuisine along with the owner
• Assist in all menus for private events in the private dining room.
• Collaborate closely with the owner and management to refine dishes that align with the restaurant concept of an East Coast seafood restaurant with a French undertone
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, consistency, and freshness in every dish
• Supervise kitchen staff, including line cooks and dishwashers, providing training and mentorship
• Maintain strict adherence to sanitation, safety, and health standards in compliance with local regulations
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and ordering to control costs without sacrificing quality
• Monitor food costs and labor to meet budget goals
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen environment

Qualifications: 

• Proven experience working in upscale dining environments
• Some knowledge of French cuisine and techniques
• Exceptional culinary skills with an eye for detail and presentation
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff
• Excellent knowledge of sanitation, safety, and food handling standards
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and profit management
• Creative and collaborative mindset, comfortable working closely with ownership to shape menu concepts
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• You live in a reasonable driving distance to the restaurant. No relocation offered as we want a local chef

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salary up to $85,000 depending on experience
• A collaborative, supportive work environment
• Opportunities for creative growth and menu development