Chef

131 MAIN Restaurant; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

131 MAIN Restaurant in Charlotte, NC is seeking a senior culinary leader to helm an all-scratch kitchen in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

You will lead a professional culinary team, ensuring top-tier food quality, brand consistency, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. The role requires strategic planning, inventory oversight, and strong communication with management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong communication leadership skills to coach and motivate a devoted culinary team.
• Indepth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations.
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a professional “all scratch” culinary team to achieve a world class kitchen with only coolers, no freezers.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver great food.
• Coach and lead a team of culinary professionals, supporting quality people to ensure 100% performance and development
• Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring brand consistency with all products
• Manage the business which includes inventory levels, ordering supplies, and managing food costs while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness
• Commitment to exceeding all health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all team members

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Food safety

Cost control

Time management

Job description

• Lead a professional “all scratch” culinary team to achieve a world class kitchen with only coolers, no freezers
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver great food
• Coach and lead a team of culinary professionals, supporting quality people to ensure 100% performance and development
• Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring brand consistency with all products
• Manage the business which includes; inventory levels, ordering supplies, and managing food costs while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness
• Commitment to exceeding all health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all team members

Requirements:

• Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Strong communication leadership skills to coach and motivate a devoted culinary team
• Indepth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

If you are passionate about culinary excellence, possess strong leadership and communication abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to join our team.