Head Chef

Smyth & Co; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation support

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Lead fine dining kitchen

Career progression

Job summary

Smyth & Co in the United States is seeking a Head Chef to lead a renowned 2 Michelin Star kitchen and uphold exceptional guest experiences. You will oversee all culinary operations, menu development, and team performance, while mentoring a brigade to sustain Michelin standards across service.

A proven track record in fine dining and strong leadership are essential for this high-profile role. Relocation support, medical/dental/vision benefits, and career progression are offered in addition to a

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Head Chef or Executive Chef in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Exceptional knowledge of modern fine dining techniques.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume tasting menu operations.
• Financial acumen including food cost and labour management.
• Passion for excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction.
• Eligible to work in the USA or able to obtain sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations to the highest Michelin standards.
• Create innovative seasonal menus showcasing exceptional technique and creativity.
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all services.
• Recruit, train, and develop a talented culinary team.
• Manage food cost, labour budgets, and inventory controls.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Foster a positive, disciplined, and performance-driven kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Fine dining

Michelin-starred

Menu development

Guest satisfaction

Food cost management

Labour management

Team mentoring

Job description

Head Chef – 2 Michelin Star Restaurant | USA

Location: United States

Salary: $140,000 – $165,000+ DOE & Benefits

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Head Chef to lead the culinary team of an acclaimed 2 Michelin Star restaurant in the United States. We are seeking a visionary culinary leader with a proven background in fine dining, Michelin-starred environments, and a passion for delivering world-class guest experiences

.The Rol

eAs Head Chef, you will be responsible for maintaining and elevating the restaurant’s Michelin-star standards while leading, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing brigade. Working closely with ownership and senior leadership, you will oversee all culinary operations, menu development, food quality, kitchen management, and team performance

.Key Responsibilitie

• sLead all kitchen operations to the highest Michelin standards
• .Create innovative seasonal menus showcasing exceptional technique and creativity
• .Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all services
• .Recruit, train, and develop a talented culinary team
• .Manage food cost, labour budgets, and inventory controls
• .Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• .Foster a positive, disciplined, and performance-driven kitchen culture

.Requirement

• sPrevious experience as Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Chef de Cuisine within a Michelin-starred restaurant
• .Strong leadership and team development skills
• .Exceptional knowledge of modern fine dining techniques
• .Proven ability to manage high-volume tasting menu operations
• .Financial acumen including food cost and labour management
• .Passion for excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction
• .Eligibility to work in the USA or ability to obtain sponsorship where applicable

.What’s on Offe

• rCompetitive salary packag
• eRelocation support
• .Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• .Opportunity to lead one of the USA’s most respected fine dining kitchens
• .Career progression within an internationally recognised hospitality group