Cafe Chef

Victoria HR Services; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant cafe and restaurant in Miami Beach is looking for a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations. The Chef will manage menu creation, staff supervision, and uphold high standards of food quality and safety. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 3 years culinary experience, a culinary degree, and a passion for organic and healthy cuisine. This full-time role offers a collaborative environment with a focus on clean eating.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional culinary experience, including 1 year in a leadership role.
• Experience with menu development and healthy food preparation.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes.
• Develop, test, and implement seasonal menus and new healthy recipes.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Menu development

Food preparation

Kitchen safety

Staff supervision

Inventory management

Clean eating passion

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

Company Description

Blue Lavender Cafe & Market is a vibrant cafe and restaurant located inside the Nassau Suite Hotel in Miami Beach, FL. Open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, our full-service menu features organic, healthy, and diverse food options including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, keto, and traditional selections. We are committed to clean, nourishing food made with premium organic ingredients. In addition to serving hotel guests with room service and rooftop dining, our location includes a small market and gift shop. Open for just over a year, Blue Lavender Cafe is growing and looking for the right culinary leader to help expand our potential.

Role Description

Blue Lavender Cafe & Market is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations and inspire culinary excellence. This is a full-time, on-site position responsible for menu creation, food preparation, kitchen team leadership, and quality control. The Chef will work closely with the Cafe Manager and Owner as part of a collaborative and hands-on leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes

• Develop, test, and implement seasonal menus and new healthy recipes aligned with our brand

• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to ensure fresh, organic ingredients

• Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff

• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness

• Accommodate special dietary needs (gluten-free, vegan, keto, etc.) with precision and care

• Support hotel room service and rooftop events as needed

• Collaborate on menu planning for catering and special events

• Ensure efficient cost control and portion management

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional culinary experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification is required

• Proven expertise in menu development, healthy food preparation, and recipe creation

• Strong knowledge of kitchen safety, food handling, and sanitation protocols

• Experience in inventory control, staff supervision, and kitchen operations

• Passion for organic, clean eating and wellness-based cuisine

• High-end restaurant or hospitality background is a plus

• Experience or interest in pastry and baked goods is a bonus

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Must provide three strong industry references upon request