Job Description

**Must have recent experience in Michelin Star kitchens**

DESCRIPTION:

Premier fine dining restaurant group with multiple Michelin Star concepts is opening a new restaurant in Los Angeles! We are seeking a professional, talented and detail-oriented Executive Chef to lead the team for this highly anticipated opening. The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation, elevated service standards, compliance with sanitation guidelines, and continuous development for BOH staff and managers to achieve culinary and operational excellence. Success of this role requires collaboration and the ability to maintain regular and respectful communication with the General Manager and ownership while upholding the highest level of integrity and work ethic.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years in Executive Chef or equivalent Senior Chef roles in luxury restaurants with experience in Michelin standards
• Expertise in fine dining, French cooking techniques, and financial management (e.g., food costs, P&L)
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and manage teams effectively
• Precise attention to detail with the ability to solve problems and remain calm under pressure
• Clear and respectful communication skills
• Experience with new restaurant openings

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Menu Development & Execution

• Collaborate with the BOH team on innovative menu creation and updates that are in line with the concept and company vision
• Document and standardize recipes; ensure availability of allergy modifications
• Implement special event menus and maintain up-to-date descriptions for FOH/BOH use

Team Management

• Hire, train, and review BOH team members in coordination with Sous Chefs
• Conduct daily team meetings and oversee training programs
• Ensure effective organization of prep, ordering, and task delegation

Finance & Purchasing

• Approve purchase orders and maintain vendor relationships
• Monitor food costs, conduct weekly inventory checks, and reduce waste
• Prepare budgets and assist in monthly P&L meetings

Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure kitchen sanitation and personal hygiene standards
• Oversee daily logs (temperature, cleaning) and coordinate with cleaning staff
• Conduct regular walkthroughs for safety and cleanliness

Labor & Payroll Management

• Create and manage BOH schedules within labor budgets
• Approve time-off requests and monitor timekeeping practices
• Maintain compliance with labor targets and vacation/sick pay policies

Communication & Collaboration

• Partner with the GM and other leaders to ensure smooth daily operations
• Attend weekly manager meetings to align goals and updates

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Total Annual Salary (DOE) $140k-$170k (includes base salary & bonus)
• Relocation Assistance
• Health, Dental & Vision (up to 75%)
• Equal Employment Opportunity

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