Chef de Cuisine

Chef De Cuisine Opportunity

A vibrant, award-winning property in the sunny San Diego, CA market is seeking an ambitious and talented Chef de Cuisine to lead its flagship restaurant. Known for high-volume execution, bold regional flavors, and a warm outdoor lifestyle, this destination offers exceptional culinary freedom alongside an active SoCal lifestyle. If you thrive in dynamic kitchen settings, value culinary innovation, and dream of taking an elevated program to target Bib Gourmand recognition, this is the ultimate environment to sharpen your leadership and elevate your career.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead all daily kitchen operations, team execution, and culinary production for a high-volume, chef-driven restaurant.
• Develop, refine, and execute scratch-made, seasonally inspired menus while upholding absolute consistency and presentation.
• Manage culinary inventory, vendor relationships, labor scheduling, food costs, and general operational budgets.
• Mentor, train, and coach line cooks and kitchen team members to foster a culture of growth, discipline, and mutual respect.
• Maintain rigorous standards for sanitation, safety, food quality, and kitchen cleanliness.

Position Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or primary culinary management role within an elevated, high-volume environment.
• Deep financial acumen surrounding kitchen labor management, ideal prime cost controls, and food inventory.
• Calm, composed demeanor under pressure with exceptional team leadership abilities.
• Passion for chef-driven dining concepts, local ingredient sourcing, and high culinary standards.
• Strong desire to earn regional and industry accolades through daily operational excellence.

Compensation: $110,000 to $115,000 per year base salary (commensurate with experience) + bonus, comprehensive health, dental, and vision, 401K with match, PTO, dining discounts, resort perks, and more!