Head Chef

CURLYS TRADING PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head Chef for its Pre-Opening at Dempsey, responsible for all kitchen operations including menu planning, food preparation, and team management. The ideal candidate will have extensive culinary experience, particularly in Italian cuisine, and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role requires strong financial management skills and the ability to foster a collaborative kitchen environment.

Benefits

Birthday Leave

Competitive Staff Discounts

Health and Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of culinary experience managing mid/large-scale operations.
• Proven track record with Italian cuisine preferred.
• Expertise in cost control and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations and ensure food quality.
• Develop and execute menus aligned with culinary concept.
• Provide business insights on food, labour, and overhead costs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Culinary excellence

Financial management

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 1)

Job description

Head Chef (Pre-Opening at Dempsey)

Introduction:

The Head Chef will champion all aspects of the kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and quality control. Alongside crafting and maintaining culinary excellence, s/he exhibits strong financial management skills, managing costs, budgets, and inventory effectively to ensure profitability and sustainability. As a leader, the Head Chef will also mentor and develop the culinary team to maximise their growth as individuals and in their roles in the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily culinary operations and maintain food quality and consistency, including purchasing ingredients and supplies, inventory management, food preparation, team training and scheduling
• Develop and execute menus that reflects the ethos of the culinary concept
• Present tastings as part of the creation of new products and continuous improvement of existing products and cost reduction
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, creativity, and professional growth among kitchen staff
• Analyse and provide strategic business insights on food, labour, and overhead costs, providing appropriate advice and suggestions on improvements to drive restaurant financial performance
• Maintain the highest standards of sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with local regulations

Qualifications:

• Minimally 4-5 years of relevant culinary experience and proven track record of managing mid/large-scale casual culinary operations, preferably with Italian cuisine expertise
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple priorities effectively
• Good understanding of culinary financials, including cost control, budgeting and inventory management
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage team members, as well as key business stakeholders
• Passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and dedication to guest satisfaction
• A valid Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 1)

Perks:

• Birthday Leave to spend with loved ones on your special day
• Competitive Staff Discounts across outlets
• Health and Medical Insurance coverage

Individuals who may not fully meet the specified qualifications are still encouraged to apply, and may be considered for positions aligned with their skills and experience.