Creative Head Chef & Kitchen Operations Leader

Homebase, Inc.; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead back-of-house operations, ensuring top-quality cuisine and cost goals are met. You will manage daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, and coordinate with management to align culinary goals with the establishment's vision.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, with a focus on food safety and menu/menu pricing decisions based on ingredients availability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of back-of-house management experience.
• Significant chef experience including sous chef or line cook responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and creativity.
• Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup.
• Assign tasks; supervise chefs and cooks in the preparation and presentation of food.
• Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure tasks are carried out efficiently.
• Plan menus and set prices based on ingredient availability.
• Direct monthly inventory and maintain vendor relationships.
• Recruit, hire, and train kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Attention to detail

Creativity

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead back-of-house operations, ensuring top-quality cuisine and cost goals are met. You will manage daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, and coordinate with management to align culinary goals with the establishment's vision.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, with a focus on food safety and menu/menu pricing decisions based on ingredients availability.