Chef de Cuisine | Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team

Major Food Brand; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary company is looking for an experienced Chef De Cuisine to uphold high standards of cuisine and professionalism. In this role, you'll handle sourcing ingredients, developing recipes, managing a team, and ensuring a smooth service workflow. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role and 4 years in a high-volume kitchen. A culinary diploma is preferred, alongside strong work ethic and communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with top chefs in a vibrant restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a managing capacity.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a quality-driven, high volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, ordering, and receiving the highest quality ingredients.
• Developing, teaching, and maintaining all recipes and techniques.
• Organizing a large team and holding each chef accountable for their responsibilities.
• Overseeing and maintaining a smooth professional service.
• Maintaining all kitchen equipment and following up for any repairs needed.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
• Overseeing scheduling and inventory to work within a set budget.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team-oriented

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in verbal Spanish

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent in experience

Job description

A leading culinary company is looking for an experienced Chef De Cuisine to uphold high standards of cuisine and professionalism. In this role, you'll handle sourcing ingredients, developing recipes, managing a team, and ensuring a smooth service workflow. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role and 4 years in a high-volume kitchen. A culinary diploma is preferred, alongside strong work ethic and communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with top chefs in a vibrant restaurant environment.