Executive Chef — Luxury Dining Leader & Menu Innovator

JKS Restaurants; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401k and Retirement Account Services

Paid Time Off

Up to 50% off dining at all JKS Restaurants

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

JKS Restaurants is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations in New York City. The role involves managing culinary production, ensuring food quality, and overseeing financial performance.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in luxury dining, strong leadership skills, and a culinary degree. This position includes potential training in London before opening the NYC restaurant.

Benefits include an annual performance bonus, 401k, PTO, and employee discounts at all JKS locations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in luxury or upscale casual restaurant operations.
• Strong financial management of food and labor costs.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and NYC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leading culinary production and maintaining food quality and standards.
• Recruiting and developing talent for culinary teams.
• Designing and implementing training programs for BOH employees.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Financial acumen

Food safety knowledge

Mentoring skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary degree from an accredited institution

Job description

JKS Restaurants is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations in New York City. The role involves managing culinary production, ensuring food quality, and overseeing financial performance.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in luxury dining, strong leadership skills, and a culinary degree. This position includes potential training in London before opening the NYC restaurant.

Benefits include an annual performance bonus, 401k, PTO, and employee discounts at all JKS locations.