Executive Italian Kitchen Lead — Fresh Pasta & Fine Dining

Willow Tree Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance paid 100%

Dental and Vision insurance

FSA and HSA

401k (after 1 year, with 5% matching)

2 weeks of vacation

3 weeks after 2+ years

7 company holidays

Job summary

Willow Tree Recruiting seeks a Chef de Cuisine for a renowned New York restaurant group. You will oversee all back-of-house operations, lead the culinary team with passion, and uphold the highest standards of food and hospitality.

Responsibilities include inventory management, menu development with seasonal changes, cost control, training, and compliance with health and safety standards to ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Chef de Cuisine in a $6M+ upscale or fine dining restaurant.
• Must have authentic Italian cuisine experience with fresh pasta production.
• Strong passion for Italian culinary traditions and regional dishes.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices, health regulations, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team with passion and professionalism, inspiring excellence and upholding the highest standards of food and hospitality.
• Oversee all back-of-house operations, including inventory management, ordering, COGS control, and SOP adherence.
• Ensure consistency and refinement in every dish, maintaining exceptional quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Collaborate on menu development, seasonal changes, and special offerings reflecting creativity and ingredient integrity.
• Foster learning and teamwork through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on training.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment by complying with health and sanitation standards.

Skills

Italian cuisine expertise

Fresh pasta production

Leadership

Menu development

Job description

Willow Tree Recruiting seeks a Chef de Cuisine for a renowned New York restaurant group. You will oversee all back-of-house operations, lead the culinary team with passion, and uphold the highest standards of food and hospitality.

Responsibilities include inventory management, menu development with seasonal changes, cost control, training, and compliance with health and safety standards to ensure exceptional dining experiences.