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Our growing restaurant concept is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to lead our kitchen in Portland, ME. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a high-volume, scratch kitchen and enjoys building strong teams, delivering exceptional food, and maintaining high operational standards.
With a structured schedule, no nights, and a supportive work environment, this role offers the opportunity to lead a talented culinary team while enjoying an outstanding work-life balance.
What We Offer
- 45-hour work week
- No nights
- Bonus opportunity
- Employer-sponsored health insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays
- Two weeks of PTO
- Free parking
- Comprehensive training and support
What You'll Do
- Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficient execution.
- Hire, train, coach, and mentor a high-performing culinary team.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, inventory, and kitchen organization standards.
- Lead by example in a hands-on kitchen environment.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented culture while maintaining strong operational standards.
- Ensure an exceptional guest experience through consistent food quality and service.
What We're Looking For
- Previous Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
- Strong scratch kitchen background with a passion for quality food.
- Current ServSafe Certification.
- Hands-on leadership style with a proven ability to develop and motivate culinary teams.
- Strong organizational skills and a commitment to consistency, execution, and operational excellence.
If you're looking for a rewarding culinary leadership opportunity with great benefits, structured hours, and no nights, we'd love to connect with you.
JOB ID: 181100
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Greg Dickinson