Company Overview
Are you struggling to find great restaurant managers and chefs? You’re not alone. We help upscale restaurants find the management talent they need to provide outstanding guest experiences. Work with us, and we can find outstanding talent for you quickly and easily. Most of our clients make an offer after seeing only 4-5 of our candidates – some consistently hire after just 2! Just think of what you could be doing with all that extra time if you don’t need to look for talent and spend time interviewing candidates who aren’t even qualified. Call or email us anytime – I almost hate to say it, but we do work 7 days a week, because we work when our clients do. Why? We are passionate about food and the food industry! What we specialize in is: – Restaurant District Managers, General Managers, Managers, Sous Chefs, Exec Chefs, Pastry Chefs – Restaurant HQ management, including C-level leaders, Directors and Managers in Finance, Legal, Marketing, HR, Payroll, and Construction – Food Production and R&D Management – Restaurant SaaS Sales, Project Managers, and Account Managers
About the job
Executive Chef – Upscale Restaurant
$135,000 – $155,000 + Bonus
This locally acclaimed cocktail and restaurant hospitality group is looking for an experienced Executive Chef to join their team, leading the opening of a new upscale concept. Offering an incredible career growth opportunity, excellent benefits, and competitive salary.
Company:
- Restaurant group specializes in creating and managing distinctive restaurant and bar concepts that cater to the dynamic urban life of downtown San Jose
- Strong focus on both culinary innovation, exceptional guest experiences, and portfolio expansion
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (Kaiser) paid 60% for employee
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- 2 weeks vacation
- 15% bonus potential
- Paid parking
- Staff meals and dining discounts
- Relocation assistance
Your Role with the Company:
- Creative Control Over Menu: Lead the culinary vision with full autonomy over menu development and recipe creation, ensuring innovative and seasonal offerings
- Primary Focus on Flagship: Dedicate 90% of your time to the flagship restaurant, with 10% supporting other units in the group
- Build & Develop BOH Team: Recruit, train, and mentor the back-of-house staff, fostering a motivated and efficient kitchen team
- Control Costs: Manage food and labor costs to optimize efficiency and profitability
- Oversee Ordering & Compliance: Handle procurement, inventory, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards
- Ensure Quality & Presentation: Maintain high standards for food quality, taste, and presentation, ensuring an exceptional guest experience
- Exceptional Presentation & Attention to Detail: Always ensure flawless presentation of dishes with an uncompromising focus on detail and precision
- Culinary Innovation: Continuously explore and implement new techniques, ingredients, and trends to keep the menu fresh and exciting
- Team Leadership: Lead by example, fostering a positive and collaborative kitchen environment that encourages growth and excellence
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Executive Chef of a $5M+ upscale Continental/California Cuisine restaurant
- Able to work flexible hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Prior experience in successfully launching and opening new restaurant location is highly desired
- Brings a strong work ethic and a calm, composed demeanor, especially in high-pressure situations
- Encourages a respectful, open communication environment with staff, guests, and vendors
- Actively seeks opportunities for growth, staying updated on industry trends and embracing new ideas
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