Executive Chef de Cuisine — High-Volume NYC Kitchen

Great Performances; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Transit benefits

Paid safe and sick leave

FSA

Job summary

Great Performances, a premier NYC-based catering and hospitality company, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Wollman Rink kitchen. The role demands strong leadership, menu development, and strict adherence to food safety and quality standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee kitchen operations, inventory, purchasing, and staff development while collaborating with General Manager and front-of-house leaders to ensure seamless service and consistent excellence across all

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary background with professional references required.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with kitchen, service, and leadership teams.
• Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• NYC Food Handler’s Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Excellence & Kitchen Operations: Ensure the timely preparation, freshness, quality, and consistency of all dishes served.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Maintain strict compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Inventory, Purchasing & Administrative Management: Manage inventory levels and oversee the ordering of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment.
• Collaboration & Guest Experience: Partner closely with the General Manager and front-of-house leadership to ensure strong communication and seamless service execution.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Excel proficiency

Team development

Communication

Job description

Great Performances, a premier NYC-based catering and hospitality company, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Wollman Rink kitchen. The role demands strong leadership, menu development, and strict adherence to food safety and quality standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee kitchen operations, inventory, purchasing, and staff development while collaborating with General Manager and front-of-house leaders to ensure seamless service and consistent excellence across all