Executive Kitchen Manager - Boulevard American Bistro

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid parking

Career growth

Job summary

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts is seeking an experienced Executive Kitchen Manager to lead back‑of‑house operations at our premier casual fine dining restaurant in New Orleans. You will inspire a culinary team, ensure impeccable quality and food safety, and collaborate with front‑of‑house leaders to deliver memorable dining experiences that showcase our culture and standards.

Join a family that values commitment, integrity, generosity, and fun, with a competitive base salary and performance

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of BOH leadership experience in a high‑volume, upscale or fine dining restaurant.
• Proven ability to build, train, and motivate exceptional culinary teams.
• Strong background in food and labor cost management.
• ServSafe certified.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the culinary team to deliver excellence in execution and guest experience.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring impeccable quality, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, vendor relationships, and food/labor cost control.
• Uphold brand standards for recipes, presentation, and portioning with precision.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house leadership to create seamless, memorable dining experiences.
• Foster a positive, high‑performance kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Food safety

Cost control

Guest experience

ServSafe certified

Tools

Vendor management

Job description

Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to take the next step in your career?

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts is looking for an experienced, driven, and hands‑on Executive Kitchen Manager to oversee back‑of‑house operations at one of our premier casual fine dining restaurants. If you thrive in the kitchen, inspire excellence in your team, and consistently deliver unforgettable culinary experiences — we want to meet you!

Why Join the Creole Cuisine Family?

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parking
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving hospitality group
• A work culture rooted in Commitment, Integrity, Generosity, and Fun

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the culinary team to deliver excellence in execution and guest experience
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring impeccable quality, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Manage scheduling, inventory, vendor relationships, and food/labor cost control
• Uphold brand standards for recipes, presentation, and portioning with precision
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house leadership to create seamless, memorable dining experiences
• Foster a positive, high‑performance kitchen culture

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of BOH leadership experience in a high‑volume, upscale or fine dining restaurant
• Proven ability to build, train, and motivate exceptional culinary teams
• Strong background in food and labor cost management
• ServSafe certified
• A true passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values excellence?

Company Introduction

Creole Cuisine’s family of New Orleans restaurants, located throughout the French Quarter and beyond, offers guests the opportunity to enjoy one of the most historical, unique locales in the United States. Immerse yourself in our culture while enjoying rich, local flavors in a variety of traditional and contemporary dishes.