Chef de Cuisine

Cristian Pietoso Italian Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Menu development input

Team-driven culture

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) and matching

Job summary

Cristian Pietoso Italian Restaurants is seeking a professional Chef de Cuisine to lead our back-of-house team and uphold the highest standards of Italian hospitality.

You will oversee kitchen operations, mentor cooks, refine menus, ensure safety and sanitation, and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced Cincinnati environment.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
• Hands-on experience with kitchen equipment (grillers, pasta makers)
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
• Leadership skills and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Excellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations
• Culinary school diploma preferred

Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Inform wait staff about daily specials
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise Cooks and back-of-house staff
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers' needs and requests
• Monitor food stock and place orders
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Skills

Chef/ Cook experience

Kitchen leadership

Calm under pressure

Time management

Cooking techniques knowledge

Sanitation regulations

Menu and recipe adaptation

Culinary school diploma

Education

Culinary school diploma

Job description

This is as close as it gets without taking a plane. Cristian Pietoso Italian Restaurants celebrate the heart of Italian cuisine, blending time-honored recipes with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From handcrafted pasta to rich sauces and classic desserts, every dish reflects a passion for tradition, flavor, and genuine Italian hospitality. We are looking for a professional Chef de Cuisine to help lead our back of house team. The successful candidate will employ their culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our guests satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Inform wait staff about daily specials
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise Cooks and back of the house employees
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
• Monitor food stock and place orders
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Benefits:

• Opportunities for growth within a respected Cincinnati restaurant group
• Creative input in menu development
• Supportive, team-driven culture
• 70% company covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 2 week PTO in your first year, 3 weeks PTO following your first year
• 3 paid sick days
• 6 paid holidays
• Closed Sundays (Open for Sunday Brunch on Easter and Mother's Day)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Qualifications

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
• Leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations
• Culinary school diploma preferred