Chef
Eldr Restaurant
Seattle, WA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$97,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Billing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Health Insurance, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Order Management, Organizational Skills, Restaurant, Seafood Department, Team Building
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
1 day ago
General Harvest Restaurants is looking to add a talented chef to our growing team. We are seeking a strong culinary leader to guide the re-opening of Eldr Restaurant in Sunset Hill (North Ballard).
Eldr Restaurant focuses on a simple, ingredient-driven approach to high-quality grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables, cooked exclusively over open fire. We are looking for a chef with experience in structured kitchen environments who is excited about open-fire cooking and passionate about learning, growth, and team development.
The ideal candidate believes in positive leadership, open communication, and leading by example while maintaining a strong kitchen culture.
Compensation & Benefits
$82,000 base salary
$3,000 signing bonus in the first year
Total first-year base: $85,000
Monthly profit-sharing bonus: typically $500 $1,000/month
Health insurance available after 90 days
Annual PTO
Accrued safe & sick time
50% dining discount for you and a guest at all General Harvest Restaurants
Flexible scheduling
Annual raise potential
Growth opportunities within the company
Key Responsibilities:
- Hire, train, and coach the Back of House (BOH) team
- Run the kitchen during five dinner services per week
- Maintain a strong, positive presence during business hours
- Foster high morale and a positive kitchen culture
- Manage food ordering and inventory to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Monitor and control food costs and operational expenses
- Track food costs using Microsoft Excel
Review food invoices before submission to the office
- Write and post the kitchen schedule at least two weeks in advance
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
- Ensure family meal is prepared nightly
- Respond to both positive and negative guest feedback
- Participate in weekly manager meetings
- Uphold and enforce the employee handbook and company standards
- Learn and understand the financial side of restaurant operations
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience working in a structured kitchen environment
- Experience with open-fire or live-fire cooking preferred
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Passion for high-quality ingredients and simple cooking
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
How to Apply:
If this opportunity sounds interesting and you d like to learn more, please submit:
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Cover Letter
We look forward to hearing from you.
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