Executive Chef
Executive Chef
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$ 70000 - 85000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operation including menu development new creative ideas food preparation staff leadership and cost management. This role ensures that all culinary offerings meet the highest standards of taste presentation quality and safety. The Head Chef leads the kitchen team with creativity discipline and a passion for excellence.
- Supervise all kitchen staff including hiring training scheduling and performance management.
- Ensure consistent food quality and presentation standards are upheld at all times.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage ordering receiving and proper storage of ingredients.
- Maintain strict compliance with health safety and sanitation regulations.
- Control food costs and minimize waste through proper forecasting and portioning.
- Collaborate with frontofhouse staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Lead by example in maintaining a clean organized and respectful work environment.
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a highvolume dining establishment.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Deep understanding of various cooking methods ingredients and cuisines specifically seafood.
- Proficiency in kitchen management inventory control and cost analysis.
- Ability to perform under pressure and maintain composure in a fastpaced environment.
- Excellent communication and teambuilding abilities.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a highvolume kitchen management role with at least 4 years preferred.
Demonstrated leadership ability in a culinary setting with a proven track record of managing a diverse team.
Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to manage complex kitchen operations.
Proficient in using computer systems and software necessary for kitchen management.
Flexible availability including nights weekends and to meet the demands of the business.
Physical ability to perform job functions including standing for long periods and handling heavy equipment.
Must possess a current food safety certification (e.g. SERVsafe or equivalent).
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
company description
It all began with Thos Carson and his father fishing and life revolving around the boat BearFlag I and a desire to start something using fresh sustainable seafood. Our doors opened in 2007 and the customers havent stopped coming since. Our flagship location opened in Newport Beach and we have since opened locations in Huntington Beach and Newport Coast in addition to our sister restaurants Wild Taco and Circle Hook. Our desire to provide our customers with the freshest seafood and amazing customer service is still as strong as it was on day one. We pride ourselves on employing the local kids and some of those kids have now been with us for years advancing in their careers with us. We love what we do and our employees and customers that make it all possible. theres nothing better than going out in nature harvesting food with your own hands and providing it to the people you love.
Employment Type
Full-Time
