Chef de Cuisine

Chef De Cuisine

LifeWorks is seeking an experienced Chef De Cuisine to lead culinary operations at one of our premier locations. This role oversees all kitchen operations, from menu development and food quality to team leadership and execution, ensuring every dish meets our high standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with experience in large-scale, high-volume environments, capable of balancing creativity, operational excellence, and multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen
• Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques

Qualifications:

• Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position
• Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
• Culinary degree preferred
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
• Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems
• Requires oral, reading and written communication skills