Chef de Cuisine | Award Winning Romantic Concept

$110k - $120k

Superior Talent Source

Job Description

The Opportunity

This is not simply a back-of-house management role - this is a premier culinary leadership position at one of Orange County's most visible restaurants.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will:

Lead a large, high-performing culinary brigade in a high-volume, upscale dining environment
Drive consistency and excellence across premium steaks, chops, seafood, and seasonal features
Inspire innovation while protecting the integrity of a proven, high-performing concept
Set the tone for kitchen culture - disciplined, collaborative, accountable, and proud
Partner closely with the Executive Chef and senior leadership to execute strategic culinary initiatives

You will be hands-on, present on the line, and relentlessly focused on execution. Every plate that leaves the pass represents our brand - and your leadership.

What You'll Own

Daily kitchen operations and service execution at the highest level
Culinary training, mentorship, and development of sous chefs and line cooks
Labor management and food cost performance in a high-volume setting
Menu implementation and seasonal rollouts
Inventory management, purchasing, and vendor partnerships
Health, safety, and sanitation excellence
Seamless collaboration with front-of-house leadership to deliver a refined, high-touch guest experience

Who You Are

4+ years as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in a $10MM+ upscale restaurant
A proven leader of large teams in high-expectation environments
Financially savvy - you understand margins, labor models, and cost controls
Passionate about premium ingredients, technique, and presentation
Calm under pressure and energized by volume
A culture-builder who develops people while holding high standards

A culinary degree is preferred, though demonstrated excellence and progressive growth matter most.

Why Us?

Competitive base salary: $110,000–$120,000 + bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package
The opportunity to lead at one of Southern California's most recognized independent restaurants
Visibility within Specialty Restaurants Corporation, a respected, privately held restaurant group with iconic properties
Real opportunity for career progression within a growing organization

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Vacancy posted 10 days ago

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