Executive Chef: Creative Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Southington, CT is seeking a skilled restaurant chef to lead the kitchen, craft exceptional menus, and ensure top quality across dishes. You will oversee cooking techniques, portion control, and standardization to maintain consistency.

As a chef, you will supervise staff, manage costs, source ingredients, and coordinate with front-of-house to deliver outstanding dining experiences for guests seeking bold Thai-inspired flavors.

Qualifications

• Proven culinary experience across cuisines and cooking techniques.
• Leadership and management skills with ability to guide kitchen staff.
• Creativity and innovation in menu development and dish presentation.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and collaboration with front-of-house staff.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute a diverse menu of dishes with exceptional taste, presentation, and quality.
• Lead and manage kitchen staff, organize daily activities, and ensure hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate on menu development to align with concept and target demographics; adjust with trends.
• Source high-quality ingredients and manage supplier relationships; minimize waste.
• Train kitchen staff in culinary techniques, safety, and efficient workflows.
• Maintain rigorous quality control and promptly address food-quality concerns.
• Monitor food costs and portion control; assist in budgeting and cost analysis.
• Coordinate with front-of-house to ensure smooth communication and accommodate dietary requests.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Culinary degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Southington, CT is seeking a skilled restaurant chef to lead the kitchen, craft exceptional menus, and ensure top quality across dishes. You will oversee cooking techniques, portion control, and standardization to maintain consistency.

As a chef, you will supervise staff, manage costs, source ingredients, and coordinate with front-of-house to deliver outstanding dining experiences for guests seeking bold Thai-inspired flavors.