Executive Chef | Lead Kitchen, Innovate Menus, Optimize Ops

Leatherby’s Café Rouge; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

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.

Qualifications

• Lead the kitchen and service teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Develop and refine recipes while controlling menu costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen and service teams in a premier venue.
• Develop and refine recipes and menus while managing costs and profitability.

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.