Job Description
Job Description
Corporate Chef de Cuisine – FINE DINING OR UPSCALE RESTAURANT BACKGROUND ONLY
A leading food and beverage lifestyle group with a curated collection of restaurants on the East Coast is seeking an Executive Chef de Cuisine for a new concept. The group is built on a culture of honesty, integrity, and fairness, and is dedicated to providing superb cuisine and seamless service. This position reports directly to Michelin-trained Corporate Executive Chef, offering the opportunity to shape a culinary program that blends excellence with creativity.
Corporate Chef de Cuisine Responsibilities
- Lead multi-unit kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and elevated guest experiences
- Provide hands-on leadership across food preparation, execution, and service standards
- Oversee purchasing, ordering, payroll, and monthly inventories to manage food costs
- Train, mentor, and inspire a team of culinary professionals
- Develop and refine menus that align with brand standards and guest expectations
Executive Chef de Cuisine Qualifications
10+ years of progressive culinary experience in high-volume, fine dining or upscale restaurantsCulinary degree requiredStrong leadership and communication skills; team-builder with a positive, motivating styleKnowledge of HAACP and food safety standards; detail-oriented in executionFlexible schedule (AM / PM shifts); Spanish language skills a plusExecutive Chef de Cuisine Benefits
Competitive salary : $100,000–$115,000 annually, plus bonus opportunitiesHealth, dental, and vision insuranceFull-time role with day and evening shiftsOpportunity to collaborate directly with a Michelin-trained Corporate Chef