Corporate Chef

Tiki Kai; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Performance bonus structure

Job summary

Tiki Kai in Hermosa Beach, California, is seeking an experienced culinary leader to oversee operations and menu development across its locations. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in Executive or Corporate Chef roles, with a strong background in Asian and elevated cuisines.

We offer competitive salary, performance bonuses, and the chance to lead a passionate team. Join us in creating unforgettable culinary experiences for our guests.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Multi-Unit Culinary Leadership roles.
• Proven experience overseeing multiple restaurant concepts and cuisines.
• Strong background in Asian cuisine and elevated dinner programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across locations and concepts.
• Develop menus, recipes, and kitchen SOPs.
• Oversee food quality, consistency, and execution standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

P&L management

Inventory management

Menu engineering

Multi-unit management

Team mentorship

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

What You’ll Lead

• Culinary leadership across all locations and concepts
• Menu development and seasonal innovation
• Recipe creation, costing, and standardization
• Development and implementation of kitchen SOPs and systems
• Food quality, consistency, and execution standards
• P&L accountability including food cost, labor management, and operational efficiency
• Multi-million-dollar culinary operations oversight
• Vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls
• Kitchen culture development, training, mentorship, and leadership growth
• New restaurant openings, culinary rollouts, and concept development
• Collaboration with ownership, operations, marketing, and beverage teams

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate brings both creative culinary talent and elite operational discipline.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Multi-Unit Culinary Leadership roles
• Proven experience overseeing multiple restaurant concepts and cuisines
• Strong background in:
  • Asian cuisine
  • American classics
  • Elevated dinner programs
  • Hawaiian or island-inspired cuisine preferred
• Deep understanding of:
  • P&L management
  • Food and labor cost controls
  • Inventory systems
  • Recipe costing and menu engineering
  • SOP and systems development
• Experience leading high-volume, multi-million-dollar restaurant operations
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor and inspire teams
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Passion for hospitality, culture, and guest experience

Our Culture

We believe great restaurants are built by great people. We lead with respect, accountability, positivity, and aloha. We are building a hospitality company centered around culture, growth, creativity, and unforgettable guest experiences.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance bonus structure
• Growth opportunities within an expanding hospitality group
• Creative freedom and culinary influence across multiple brands
• Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team
• Dining perks and company benefits
• The opportunity to build something meaningful with a passionate team

We’re looking for a culinary leader who combines operational excellence with soulful hospitality. If you are interested, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us in creating experiences that guests remember long after the meal ends.