Regional chef
$70k - $80kQuince & Co
Regional Chef
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Regional Chef with deep expertise in Korean cuisine to oversee culinary operations across multiple locations. The ideal candidate is a creative leader who excels at menu development, recipe standardization, and team mentorship while maintaining a sharp eye on financial performance and food cost management.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and seasonally update menus rooted in authentic Korean culinary traditions.
- Create and standardize recipes across all locations to ensure consistency in quality and presentation.
- Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques.
- Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
Operations & Financial Oversight
- Monitor and manage Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) across all regional locations to meet budgetary targets.
- Conduct regular food cost analyses and implement strategies to improve margins without compromising quality.
- Oversee inventory management, vendor relationships, and ingredient sourcing.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all locations.
Team Leadership & Training
- Provide culinary leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Executive Chefs and kitchen teams.
- Conduct training sessions on Korean cooking techniques, plating standards, and kitchen best practices.
- Perform regular kitchen audits and quality checks across all regional sites.
- Support the hiring and onboarding of culinary staff in coordination with management.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef (EC) in a professional kitchen environment.
- 12 years of experience in a Regional Chef (RC) or multi-unit culinary leadership role.
- Demonstrated expertise in Korean cuisine including traditional, contemporary, and fusion applications.
Skills & Knowledge
- Proven proficiency in COGS management, food cost analysis, and budget adherence.
- Strong recipe development and menu engineering capabilities.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to travel regularly between regional locations.
Language
Korean language proficiency is strongly preferred and highly valued for effective team communication and authentic recipe development.
Education
Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $80,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
- Creativity in Culinary Arts
- Attention to Detail
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability to Trends
- Team Building
- Effective Training Techniques
- Quality Assurance
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