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Chef/Kitchen Manager

Scratch Bakery Cafe

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Employee discounts
  • Paid time off
Chef / Kitchen Manager – New Modern Mexican Concept (Laguna Hills, CA)

Position: Chef / Kitchen Manager

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

We’re a new, modern Mexican restaurant concept bringing authentic street food with a contemporary twist to Orange County. As our Chef/Kitchen Manager, you’ll collaborate with ownership to develop and execute a fresh, innovative menu while leading all aspects of kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and finalize menu in collaboration with ownership

· Manage all kitchen operations, including prep, quality control, ordering, and scheduling

· Hire, train, and lead kitchen staff

· Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards

· Manage food and labor costs effectively

Qualifications:

· Minimum 2 years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume fast casual or QSR environment

· Strong background in Mexican cuisine

· ServSafe certified and bilingual (English/Spanish)

· Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Benefits:

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Performance bonuses

· Free meals during shifts

· 1 week paid vacation after 1 year

· Exciting growth opportunity with plans for future expansion

Salary dependent upon experience. Will be discussed during interview.

To apply, please email your resume and short introduction to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. Subject line: Chef/Kitchen Manager – Laguna Hills Address to: Hiring Manager

Vacancy posted 14 days ago
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