Chef de Cuisine

Albert's Bar is seeking a talented and organized Chef de Cuisine to lead our kitchen team.

We're looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and takes pride in running an organized, efficient kitchen.

THE ROLE

The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) oversees all day-to-day culinary operations at Albert's Bar, leading a high-performing kitchen team while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and execution. Working closely with the Executive Chef and management team, the CDC is responsible for balancing daily restaurant service with a busy private events program. Success in this role requires exceptional organization, communication, and attention to detail to ensure every service and event is executed seamlessly.

This position is primarily Monday-Friday, with flexibility required to support scheduled weekend events.

WHO YOU ARE

• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume professional kitchen
• Previous leadership experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine
• Calm, organized, and adaptable under pressure
• A hands-on leader who motivates, coaches, and develops diverse teams
• Strong communicator who collaborates well with both front and back of house
• Exceptionally organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining consistency and quality
• Experienced in hiring, training, scheduling, inventory, and performance management
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) is a plus

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficient, organized service every shift
• Foster a positive kitchen culture built on teamwork, accountability, and professionalism
• Execute restaurant service and private event menus with consistency, precision, and attention to detail
• Organize kitchen workflow and production to support multiple services and events without compromising quality
• Maintain recipe consistency, portion control, and plating standards
• Conduct daily line checks and ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for every service
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory, and product quality
• Create staff schedules while monitoring labor costs and operational needs
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen that exceeds Department of Health standards
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu execution, operational improvements, and team development
• Deliver consistently outstanding food that reflects Albert's Bar's standards

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Commuter benefits
• Company dining discounts
• A collaborative, team-first culture

If this sounds like the right fit, we'd love to hear from you!