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Chef de Cuisine Residential Dining (Salary Position)
San Diego
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef de Cuisine to oversee culinary operations for a residential dining program. This role is ideal for a leader who values quality ingredients, large-scale meal production, and creating a welcoming dining experience for a diverse community. The Chef de Cuisine will manage kitchen operations, develop menus that balance nutrition and flavor, and ensure high standards of food safety and service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency in a high-volume setting
- Develop seasonal and diverse menus that accommodate various dietary preferences
- Manage kitchen staff, providing training, mentorship, and leadership
- Oversee food procurement, inventory, and cost controls
- Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
- Collaborate with internal teams to support special dining events and initiatives
What Were Looking For:
- Experience leading culinary teams in a large-scale dining environment
- Strong knowledge of batch cooking, menu planning, and dietary accommodations
- Ability to mentor and develop kitchen staff
- Understanding of food cost management and purchasing strategies
- Passion for providing high-quality meals in a residential dining setting
If you are a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, community-focused environment, wed love to hear from you!
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
