Executive Seafood Chef & Kitchen Leader

Bear Flag Fish Company; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Job summary

Bear Flag Fish Company in Newport Beach, CA seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team in a high-volume seafood-focused operation. You will oversee all kitchen operations, uphold top-quality, sustainable sourcing, and drive food safety, profitability, and staff development.

The ideal candidate has extensive seafood knowledge, proven leadership, and a track record of managing diverse teams in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and cost-control skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in high-volume kitchen management; 4 years preferred.
• Proven leadership ability managing diverse team.
• Strong knowledge of seafood preparation and fish butchery
• Familiar with health, safety, sanitation regulations
• Proficient in kitchen management software
• Flexible with nights and weekends
• Current food safety certification (SERVSafe or equivalent)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff including hiring, training, scheduling, performance management.
• Ensure consistent food quality and presentation company wide.
• Monitor inventory, ordering, receiving, storage of ingredients.
• Maintain health, safety, sanitation compliance.
• Control food costs and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.
• Lead by example in maintaining a clean, organized workplace.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Seafood expertise

Kitchen management

Inventory control

Cost analysis

Communication

Team building

Stress tolerance

Job description

Bear Flag Fish Company in Newport Beach, CA seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team in a high-volume seafood-focused operation. You will oversee all kitchen operations, uphold top-quality, sustainable sourcing, and drive food safety, profitability, and staff development.

The ideal candidate has extensive seafood knowledge, proven leadership, and a track record of managing diverse teams in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and cost-control skills are essential.