Job Description
Job Description
Our client is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations of a prestigious, high-volume fine dining restaurant in New York City. This role is perfect for a chef with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of kitchen and financial management, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency.
As the Executive Chef, you will oversee a large, dynamic team, ensuring flawless execution in all aspects of kitchen operations, from menu engineering and costing to budget forecasting and labor management. If you thrive in a high-energy, luxury dining environment and excel at both the creative and administrative sides of the kitchen, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities :
Culinary Leadership & Execution :
- Lead all culinary operations, ensuring impeccable execution and presentation of every dish.
- Develop, refine, and engineer a menu that aligns with the brands identity while maximizing profitability.
- Oversee daily and seasonal specials, ensuring creativity and alignment with guest expectations.
- Maintain strict quality control and uphold the highest standards in taste, presentation, and consistency.
Financial & Operational Management :
Manage food and labor costs, ensuring financial efficiency without compromising quality.Oversee menu costing, P&L forecasting, and budget management, driving profitability and cost control.Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and sourcing premium ingredients.Analyze financial reports and adjust strategies to improve kitchen operations and margins.Kitchen & Team Management :
Lead and develop a large, diverse kitchen team, fostering a culture of professionalism and excellence.Manage scheduling, hiring, training, and performance reviews in alignment with HR protocols.Implement and maintain strict health and food safety standards, ensuring compliance with all regulations.Maintain a well-organized, efficient, and sanitary kitchen environment.Administrative & Strategic Execution :
Establish and enforce SOP's for the kitchen.Work closely with the Executive and senior leadership teams to align culinary vision with brand goals.Ensure smooth communication between back-of-house and front-of-house teams to enhance guest experience.Qualifications :
Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining or luxury hospitality setting for at least five years.Strong financial acumen, including expertise in P&L management, menu costing, and forecasting.In-depth knowledge of food cost controls, labor management, and kitchen efficiency strategies.Excellent team leadership skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a large kitchen brigade.Proficiency in HR protocols, including hiring, scheduling, and staff development.Expertise in health and food safety compliance, ensuring strict adherence to industry regulations.Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience in sourcing high-quality ingredients.A balance of culinary creativity and business strategy, ensuring the restaurants continued success.Benefits :
Be part of a world-renowned fine dining brand, known for its excellence and prestige.Competitive compensation package, with performance-based incentives.Opportunity to lead a high-profile kitchen team in one of New Yorks top culinary establishments.Work with the best access to premium ingredients, top-tier vendors, and an elite clientele.Career growth opportunities, with a brand that values leadership and innovation.
