Executive Chef

Beck's Cajun Cafe; University City (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beck's Cajun Cafe is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the expansion of their award-winning café with new food trucks. This role requires a passionate chef with culinary excellence, hands-on management skills, and a commitment to teamwork and leadership. Offering a competitive salary, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth, this position is ideal for a chef looking to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus

55 hours work week with all holidays off

Work-life balance

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the culinary field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various cuisines.
• Hands-on management style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee from-scratch production and manage food turnover.
• Prepare large batch quantities and assist with food prep.
• Train and mentor our talented staff.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Teamwork

Leadership

Organizational skills

Bilingual skills

Job description

**Exciting Opportunity for an Executive Chef!**

Are you an ambitious chef with a passion for culinary excellence? We have a unique opportunity just for you! Our award-winning café is on the brink of expansion, launching not one, but two new food trucks, and we’re searching for a talented Executive Chef to lead the charge.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the culinary field.
• A comprehensive knowledge of various cuisines; bilingual skills are a definite plus!
• A hands-on management style, as this role requires you to be actively involved in the kitchen.

In our high-volume environment, you’ll need to showcase exceptional organizational skills, quick short-order cooking abilities, catering production expertise, and light baking skills. During the interview, be prepared to demonstrate your proven track record of teamwork, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the culinary arts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee from-scratch production and manage food turnover.
• Prepare large batch quantities and assist with food prep.
• Train and mentor our talented staff.
• Handle food costing and ensure the smooth operation of our physical plant.

This is a fantastic growth opportunity for a goal-oriented chef ready to make their mark! As a proud “Best of Philly” winner, we are poised for exponential growth, and we want you to be a part of our journey.

What We Offer:

• A competitive base salary (commensurate with experience) plus a quarterly bonus.
• A commitment to work-life balance with 55 hours per week and all holidays off.
• A fantastic schedule that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

If you’re a serious-minded chef ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Please submit your cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation to join our dynamic team. Let’s create something extraordinary together!