Culinary Leader Wanted

Chef de Cuisine Opportunity

Are you a passionate and dedicated culinary leader looking to shape the next chapter of our kitchen? We are seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to oversee all kitchen operations, lead and develop our culinary team, and work closely with ownership to maintain and elevate our guest experience.

This is a full-time, hands-on leadership position requiring 50–60 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in restaurant kitchen management, proven ability to control food and labor costs without compromising quality, strong menu development skills, particularly with seasonal and ingredient-driven cuisine.

• Lead day-to-day back-of-house operations with professionalism, efficiency, and respect

• Manage, coach, and develop kitchen staff with a focus on teamwork, consistency, and long-term growth

• Develop and execute seasonal menus, specials, and new dishes that reflect creativity and high quality

• Maintain rigorous standards for food safety, quality, and consistency

• Monitor and control both food and labor costs to meet financial targets

• Oversee ordering, inventory, prep systems, and scheduling

• Identify and solve problems proactively and calmly

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative restaurant culture

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in restaurant kitchen management (Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef, etc.)

• Proven ability to control food and labor costs without compromising quality

• Strong menu development skills, particularly with seasonal and ingredient-driven cuisine

• Demonstrated ability to run a kitchen efficiently while treating staff with respect

• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building strengths

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain composed in a fast-paced environment

• Commitment to maintaining and modeling a healthy, positive kitchen culture

Benefits:

• 1 week paid vacation after one year, 2 weeks paid vacation after two years

• 50% employer contribution toward health, dental, and vision insurance

• Stable ownership and a supportive environment focused on growth and longevity

Compensation:

$75,000–$85,000 salary, based on experience and qualifications.