Director of Culinary Operations, Piatti Restaurants
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Job Location:
Mill Valley, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 130000 - 140000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Palisades Hospitality Group is seeking a Director of Culinary Operations to oversee the culinary excellence and operational consistency of our high-end full-service Piatti restaurant portfolio.
About Piatti Restaurants
Managed by Palisades Hospitality Group Piatti has been a staple of finely crafted Italian cuisine since its establishment in 1987. We offer a fresh take on the traditional neighborhood Italian trattoria by combining a warm inviting atmosphere with seamless service and an immersive market experience.
The soul of our menu is our housemade pasta which is rolled cut and cooked by hand every single day. As we continue to grow we are seeking a Director of Culinary Operations to uphold these elevated standards and lead our culinary teams toward continued excellence.
Why Join Piatti
- Heritage of Excellence: Join a brand with nearly 40 years of history in delivering high-end full-service dining.
- Craftsmanship at the Core: Lead a portfolio that prioritizes artisanal suppliers and handmade culinary techniques.
- Leadership Impact: Report directly to the CEO and play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary identity and operational success of our restaurants.
- Talent Development: Influence the next generation of chefs by designing rigorous training programs and internal promotion pipelines.
Position Highlights: Director of Culinary Operations
- Strategic Oversight: Act as the bridge between BOH and FOH to ensure operational and service consistency across all locations.
- Culinary Innovation: Partner with consultants to implement seasonal menu innovations and conduct R&D for new dishes.
- Operational Rigor: Maintain brand integrity through regular site visits kitchen audits and the standardization of premium ingredients.
- Financial Stewardship: Manage menu pricing and costing to achieve budgeted COGS while maintaining quality benchmarks.
This job requires frequent travel (60-75%)
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Negiotiation
- Operational management
- Smartsheets
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Financial Planning
About Company
From luxury hotels across wine country, to locally-loved restaurants, Palisades Hospitality has been bringing hotels & restaurants to life since 2005. Shaped by a remarkable portfolio of award-winning brands, including Mosaic Hotel Group, Piatti Restaurants and Camp Outpost Co., our a ... View more
