Chef de Cuisine - High-Volume Italian Kitchen Leader

Midwood Smokehouse; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Bonus program

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Job summary

Mama Ricotta’s, part of FS Food Group, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine in Charlotte, NC. This leadership role commands the line, ensures food quality, and drives consistency across stations in a high-volume Italian scratch kitchen.

You will own prep systems, coach 5–10+ cooks, and partner with the Executive Chef to optimize operations, cost control, and presentation. Strong organizational skills and a track record of quality execution are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Sous Chef or higher in a high-volume, full-service kitchen.
• Strong leadership and training ability.
• Ability to manage during peak service and uphold standards.

Responsibilities

• Run the line during high-volume service with accountability for food quality and execution.
• Maintain plate-by-plate consistency across all stations.
• Own prep systems, pars, and station readiness.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of 5–10+ cooks.
• Drive food cost through disciplined ordering, inventory, waste control.
• Protect recipe integrity, standards, and presentation.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement improved systems.
• Partner with the Executive Chef.

Skills

Line leadership

Food quality

Staff development

High-volume service

Job description

Mama Ricotta’s, part of FS Food Group, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine in Charlotte, NC. This leadership role commands the line, ensures food quality, and drives consistency across stations in a high-volume Italian scratch kitchen.

You will own prep systems, coach 5–10+ cooks, and partner with the Executive Chef to optimize operations, cost control, and presentation. Strong organizational skills and a track record of quality execution are essential.