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Chef de Cuisine – Fine Dining Italian Restaurant

$100,000 - $120,000

Join this growing local restaurant group that has a great culture in a unique, dynamic, fast-paced environment as the Chef de Cuisine. Offering an incredible career growth opportunity, excellent benefits, and competitive salary.

Company:

• Well established restaurant group that operates two restaurant concepts and continues to grow
• Restaurant is renowned for its dedication to Italian cuisine, emphasizing fresh, local seasonal ingredients

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• CalSavers options
• Cell phone allowance
• Staff meals and discounts

Your Role with the Company:

• Lead the kitchen with a hands-on, service-driven approach, balancing day-to-day execution with a strong commitment to food quality, consistency, and hospitality
• Oversee all back-of-house operations, including staffing, scheduling, ordering, inventory, prep flow, and kitchen organization to support an efficient and well-run operation
• Manage food cost, labor cost, and overtime with a sharp operational mindset, identifying opportunities to improve margins without compromising quality or guest experience
• Coach, train, and develop the culinary team to build skill, accountability, and bench strength, creating a culture of growth, consistency, and shared ownership
• Partner in menu execution and refinement, helping identify opportunities for improved sales, smarter prep, and cost-saving efficiencies while preserving the integrity and continuity of the cuisine
• Uphold high standards for taste, preparation, plating, sanitation, and overall kitchen performance, ensuring every dish reflects a refined and consistent guest experience
• Bring thoughtful leadership and operational ideas to the role, contributing to systems improvements, stronger team support, and a more sustainable kitchen structure in a high-volume environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef in a $4M+ full-service upscale or fine dining Italian restaurant
• Preference for candidates with a genuine passion for Italian cooking
• Deep understanding of kitchen sanitation practices and health department standards
• Expertise in crafting daily changing menus that highlight local, seasonal ingredients
• Strong experience maintaining inventory control and managing food and labor costs effectively
• Outgoing personality with a positive attitude, fostering a collaborative environment that aligns with the restaurant's culture

EOE – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER