Chef - Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader (West LA)

Discovery Mood; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Cliffside West LA is seeking a Chef to manage all food production for onsite catering and meetings. Develop menus, purchase specifications and recipes while supervising staff and monitoring the department budget to maintain top quality and sanitation.

The role covers kitchen and dining room operations, adherence to site policies, staff training, and ensuring meals are prepared and served on time with strict safety and hygiene controls.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or in process of completion preferred.
• Ability to flex recipes to meet nutritional needs and preferences.
• Familiar with food service ordering and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen and dining room operations during scheduled open and closing shifts.
• Manage adherence to all site policies and procedures.
• Direct day-to-day production, adjust recipes, and ensure FIFO and proper serving times.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures across staff.
• Train kitchen staff in operations, dish room, and dining service.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and to standard.

Skills

Culinary skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Cliffside West LA is seeking a Chef to manage all food production for onsite catering and meetings. Develop menus, purchase specifications and recipes while supervising staff and monitoring the department budget to maintain top quality and sanitation.

The role covers kitchen and dining room operations, adherence to site policies, staff training, and ensuring meals are prepared and served on time with strict safety and hygiene controls.