Chef de Cuisine: Lead a High-Impact Kitchen & Guest Experience

Common Bond Cafe; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Common Bond Bistro & Bakery is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional dining experiences and adherence to quality standards. The role demands strong leadership, coaching, and the ability to motivate a diverse culinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a similar capacity, strong communication with managers and staff, and a focus on guest satisfaction, food safety, and cost control.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar capacity.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on quality and customer service.
• Clear communication with managers, kitchen, service team members and guests.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand long hours.
• Serve-Safe or Houston Food Managers Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Makes recommendations to the Corporate Executive Chef regarding succession planning.
• Ensures guests are receiving an exceptional dining experience.
• Manages kitchen operations including budgeting, food costs, and COGs.
• Ensures adherence to food safety, equipment maintenance, and company standards.

Job description

Common Bond Bistro & Bakery is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional dining experiences and adherence to quality standards. The role demands strong leadership, coaching, and the ability to motivate a diverse culinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a similar capacity, strong communication with managers and staff, and a focus on guest satisfaction, food safety, and cost control.