Chef

The Chef will oversee high-volume kitchen operations, develop fresh menu ideas and seasonal specials, guide and support the kitchen team, and work closely with ownership and management. This hands-on role is ideal for a collaborative, respectful leader who takes pride in quality, consistency, teamwork, and creating memorable meals.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced, creative Chef to lead the kitchen at our established seafood restaurant. This hands-on role is ideal for a collaborative, respectful leader who takes pride in quality, consistency, teamwork, and creating memorable meals. The Chef will oversee high-volume kitchen operations, develop fresh menu ideas and seasonal specials, guide and support the kitchen team, and work closely with ownership and management. If you are passionate about great food and ready to bring energy and creativity to the kitchen, we would love to hear from you!


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on quality, consistency, efficiency, and presentation
• Create seasonal menu items, specials, recipes, and preparation standards
• Prepare and present high-quality food
• Train, supervise, and delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Manage inventory, ordering, product rotation, waste, food costs, and labor costs
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow all food-safety and sanitation standards
• Work with ownership and management on menus, events, and catering

QUALIFICATIONS


·         5+ years of professional culinary experience, preferably in a high-volume restaurant
·         Previous chef or kitchen-leadership experience
·         Strong culinary, leadership, organization, and time-management skills
·         Ability to remain calm and lead effectively during busy service
·         Seafood experience strongly preferred
·         Culinary training and ServSafe Manager Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification
·         Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are a plus



THE RIGHT FIT

• Collaborative, professional, respectful, and adaptable
• Leads by example, communicates clearly, and supports a positive, accountable team environment
• Comfortable working in a growing operation where systems continue to evolve
• Interested in becoming a long-term part of the team






BENEFITS/PERKS

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Meaningful input in menu development and culinary direction
• Consistent Schedule