Chef de Cuisine - Health-Forward Kitchen Leader

Goop-Kitchen; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Bonus potential

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k match

Annual cell phone reimbursement

Employee discount

Dynamic and innovative environment

Job summary

Goop Kitchen, an upscale fast-casual concept, seeks an Executive Kitchen Manager (Chef de Cuisine) to lead daily culinary operations in Los Angeles. You will ensure high-quality, clean, and health-conscious dishes while collaborating with senior leaders to maintain menu integrity and drive innovation.

Required: 2+ years leading high-volume kitchens, P&L management, and ServSafe or equivalent certification; bilingual in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leading a high-volume kitchen or culinary operation.
• Experience managing P&L, labor cost, and food cost targets.
• Proven track record of mentoring and motivating kitchen staff at all levels.
• ServSafe or other relevant food safety certification.
• Bilingual — Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Leadership: Lead kitchen operations that meet health-conscious, allergen-friendly standards.
• Menu Execution: Oversee consistent execution of Goop Kitchen's menu items and portions.
• Staff Supervision: Manage and mentor kitchen staff for a positive, efficient environment.
• Inventory & Sourcing: Source fresh, seasonal ingredients; manage inventory to minimize waste.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Enforce food safety protocols and HACCP guidelines.
• Cost Management: Monitor food and labor costs within budget while maintaining quality.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular checks on preparation, taste, and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

P&L management

Food safety

Bilingual – Spanish/English

Job description

Goop Kitchen, an upscale fast-casual concept, seeks an Executive Kitchen Manager (Chef de Cuisine) to lead daily culinary operations in Los Angeles. You will ensure high-quality, clean, and health-conscious dishes while collaborating with senior leaders to maintain menu integrity and drive innovation.

Required: 2+ years leading high-volume kitchens, P&L management, and ServSafe or equivalent certification; bilingual in Spanish and English.