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