Dj Restaurantero

Grupo Costeño; Región Centro; Remote; MXN 1,125,000 - 2,251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Home office stipend

Vacation policy

Job summary

Grupo Costeño is seeking a highly creative Executive Chef to lead culinary innovation and operations for a prominent restaurant brand. This fully remote role lets you manage responsibilities from anywhere while shaping the gastronomic identity and menus.

You will optimize food costs, supervise multi-site kitchen teams, ensure food safety, and collaborate with marketing for promotions. A culinary degree and proven leadership in menu engineering are required; experience with remote, distributed

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or senior culinary role.
• Strong menu engineering and cost control experience.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage remote, multi-unit operations.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, seasonal menus aligned with brand standards.
• Oversee recipe development, standardization, and execution across multi outlets.
• Manage food and labor costs with cost-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Lead and mentor kitchen teams and provide regular feedback.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations on promotions and launches.
• Source quality ingredients and maintain supplier relationships.
• Stay updated on trends and innovations for menu offerings.
• Oversee inventory, stock rotation, and waste reduction.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Cost Control

P&L Management

Remote Team Management

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Digital Collaboration Tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary innovation and operations for a prominent restaurant chain. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage your responsibilities from anywhere. You will be instrumental in defining the gastronomic identity of our client, developing menus, managing food costs, and ensuring exceptional quality across all locations. We are looking for a visionary leader passionate about delivering outstanding dining experiences and adept at managing complex culinary projects in a distributed team environment. Your expertise will be crucial in upholding and elevating the brand's reputation through superior food offerings and innovative kitchen management strategies, all while leveraging digital tools for seamless remote collaboration.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary innovation and operations for a prominent restaurant chain. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage your responsibilities from anywhere. You will be instrumental in defining the gastronomic identity of our client, developing menus, managing food costs, and ensuring exceptional quality across all locations. We are looking for a visionary leader passionate about delivering outstanding dining experiences and adept at managing complex culinary projects in a distributed team environment. Your expertise will be crucial in upholding and elevating the brand's reputation through superior food offerings and innovative kitchen management strategies, all while leveraging digital tools for seamless remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, seasonal menus that align with brand standards and customer preferences.
• Oversee recipe development, standardization, and execution across multiple culinary outlets.
• Manage food and labor costs effectively, implementing cost-control measures and optimizing procurement strategies.
• Ensure adherence to the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
• Lead and mentor kitchen teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to culinary staff.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams on menu promotions, new restaurant launches, and special events.
• Source high-quality ingredients, establishing strong relationships with suppliers and ensuring sustainability practices.
• Stay abreast of current culinary trends, techniques, and market demands, integrating relevant innovations into menu offerings.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and waste reduction programs efficiently.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or similar senior culinary role.
• Demonstrated success in menu engineering, cost control, and P&L management within the restaurant industry.
• Extensive knowledge of various culinary techniques, international cuisines, and presentation styles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and platforms for remote team management.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification.
• Exceptional palate and attention to detail.
• Experience in managing multi-unit operations is a plus.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace new technologies and remote work methodologies.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and the unique advantage of being a fully remote position, eliminating the need for relocation to Cancún, Quintana Roo.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive health insurance, opportunities for professional development, a generous vacation policy, and the chance to shape the culinary future of a growing brand from the convenience of their chosen location.
• We also provide a stipend for home office setup and ongoing support for remote work infrastructure.