Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume, Innovative Cuisine

Leatherby’s Café Rouge; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 78,400 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental bonding leave

Tuition/Certification reimbursement

Friends-and-family discounts

Job summary

Leatherby’s Restaurant at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and service teams, develop and refine recipes, and manage menu costs. This role requires strong leadership, culinary excellence, and a strategic approach to operations.

The position offers a base salary with bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting a commitment to excellent food and guest experience within a premier cultural venue.

Qualifications

• Two years’ Executive Chef experience in a high-volume concept
• Five years’ culinary experience in established restaurants and catering
• ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and mobilize kitchen and service teams
• Develop and maintain recipes, portion specs, and standard prep procedures; determine purchasing specs and budget for all menu items
• Prepare operational reports; highlight progress and make recommendations for success
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company and health department policies, regulations, and standards
• Possess working knowledge of invoice tracking, labor tracking, scheduling, food and labor cost management, inventory control, and hiring policies

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Computer skills

POS systems

Scheduling

Team management

Education

Culinary Arts degree/certification

Tools

POS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leatherby’s Restaurant at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and service teams, develop and refine recipes, and manage menu costs. This role requires strong leadership, culinary excellence, and a strategic approach to operations.

The position offers a base salary with bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting a commitment to excellent food and guest experience within a premier cultural venue.