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Chef de Cuisine (CDC)
We are seeking a Chef de Cuisine to help launch a high-volume Mexican restaurant concept. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented culinary leader looking to grow into an Executive Chef role as the company expands.
The ideal candidate will bring strong operational discipline, a deep understanding of food and labor costs, and experience leading prep-intensive kitchens. While Mexican cuisine experience is highly preferred, candidates with backgrounds in Hawaiian, Japanese-influenced, or French-trained kitchens will also be considered.
The kitchen operation is compact and efficient, with a small team focused on preparation, execution, and consistency during high-volume service.
Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership
- Lead all kitchen operations, including prep, service, and team development.
- Recruit, hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff.
- Manage a team consisting of line cooks, prep cooks, expo, and dishwashers.
- Ensure consistency, quality, and execution during high-volume service.
Financial & Operational Management
- Monitor food costs, labor costs, and prime costs.
- Partner with ownership to implement systems such as MarginEdge and inventory controls.
- Assist with purchasing, ordering, and vendor management.
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and food quality standards.
Collaboration & Culture
- Work closely with the General Manager and bar team to create a seamless guest experience.
- Foster a collaborative environment between the front and back of house.
- Support beverage operations, including fresh juices and prep for the cocktail program.
- Help establish systems and processes that can scale with future growth.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of culinary leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Executive Sous Chef.
- Experience in high-volume Mexican cuisine strongly preferred.
- Professional culinary training or equivalent experience required.
- Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and kitchen financials.
- Experience with prep-intensive kitchens and streamlined service models.
- Familiarity with inventory and costing software such as MarginEdge is a plus.
- Pre-opening experience preferred.
This role offers a clear growth path into an Executive Chef position as the company continues to expand.
JOB ID: 178629
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Emily Lauro