Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

The Executive Chef oversees all kitchen operations for renowned 3-star Michelin restaurant in San Francisco, ensuring exceptional food quality, compliance with sanitation standards, and alignment with the restaurant's vision. The role involves collaboration with the Research & Development Chef (R&D Chef), General Manager (GM), and Sous Chefs to achieve culinary and operational excellence and reports directly to the Chef/Owner. This position requires world-class culinary excellence and exceptional leadership skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 3-5 years managing Michelin-starred programs
• Expertise in fine dining, French cooking techniques, and financial management (e.g., food costs, P&L)
• Leadership: Proven ability to coach, mentor, and manage teams effectively
• Qualities: Detail-oriented, organized, solutions-driven, patient, collaborative, dedicated

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Menu Development &Execution

• Collaborate with the R&D Chef on menu creation and updates
• Document and standardize recipes; ensure availability of allergy modifications
• Implement special event menus and maintain up-to-date descriptions for FOH/BOH use

Team Management

• Hire, train, and review BOH team members in coordination with Sous Chefs
• Conduct daily team meetings and oversee training programs
• Ensure effective organization of prep, ordering, and task delegation

Finance & Purchasing

• Approve purchase orders and maintain vendor relationships
• Monitor food costs, conduct weekly inventory checks, and reduce waste
• Prepare budgets and assist in monthly P&L meetings

Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure kitchen sanitation and personal hygiene standards
• Oversee daily logs (temperature, cleaning) and coordinate with cleaning staff
• Conduct regular walkthroughs for safety and cleanliness

Labor & Payroll Management

• Create and manage BOH schedules within labor budgets
• Approve time-off requests and monitor timekeeping practices
• Maintain compliance with labor targets and vacation/sick pay policies

Communication & Collaboration

• Partner with the GM and other leaders to ensure smooth daily operations
• Attend weekly manager meetings to align on goals and updates

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Annual Salary (DOE) $140k-$170k
• Includes performance based bonus program
• Relocation Assistance
• PTO
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Wellness, Education & Uniform stipend
• Quarterly staff trips & educational outings
• Dining Discounts
• Equal Employment Opportunity #AA

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