Culinary Director
Harper Associates
We are seeking an ambitious, growth-oriented Culinary Director to lead the culinary vision and operations for two distinct concepts: a casual, full-service Italian restaurant with a scratch kitchen and an upscale bar/lounge known for exceptional food and hospitality. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who can develop compelling menus, establish operational systems, build strong teams, drive profitability, and play a key role in the company’s continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee culinary operations and maintain exceptional food quality and consistency across both concepts.
- Develop menus, recipes, SOPs, and standardized kitchen procedures.
- Manage menu costing, food cost controls, portioning, and profitability.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop high-performing culinary teams.
- Create innovative, concept-driven menus that complement each venue’s identity and guest experience.
- Maintain a visible presence in the dining rooms, touching tables, engaging with guests, and gathering feedback.
- Partner with ownership and operations leadership to improve performance, build scalable systems, and support future expansion.
Qualifications
- Extensive culinary leadership experience in full-service restaurants, upscale bars, lounges, or comparable hospitality concepts.
- Proven expertise in scratch kitchens, menu development, food costing, SOP implementation, and staff training.
- Strong business acumen with a track record of improving operational efficiency and financial performance.
- Hands‑on leadership style, creative vision, and a passion for exceptional food and hospitality.
The Opportunity
This is more than an operations role—it’s a chance to help shape the future of a growing hospitality company. We are looking for a forward‑thinking culinary leader who can elevate two unique concepts, develop exceptional teams, strengthen profitability, and help build the foundation for future growth. If you’re a creative, business‑minded culinary leader ready to make an impact and grow with an ambitious company, we want to hear from you.
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