Head Chef & Kitchen Leader | Flexible Schedule

MaineGuide; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Food provided

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

MaineGuide is seeking a Head Chef/Manager in Kittery, ME to lead daily kitchen and food service operations, coordinating food production, service, and a safety‑driven, high‑quality dining experience for guests. You’ll guide a hands‑on team and ensure smooth workflow across the kitchen and events.

Responsibilities include menu planning, tasting menus for events, shift leadership, inventory and cost control, and maintaining rigorous food safety standards in an in‑house restaurant, catering, or

Qualifications

• Kitchen or culinary experience with staff supervision.
• Strong leadership and clear communication in a team setting.
• Experience in restaurant, catering, or banquet service.
• Menu planning, inventory, cost control experience.

Responsibilities

• Create tasting menus for wine and beer dinners.
• Lead kitchen management, including shift supervision.
• Plan menus and oversee food prep, service, and production.
• Manage inventory and cost controls through purchasing and portions.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation, including safe handling.
• Coordinate with front-of-house to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food preparation

Food safety knowledge

Staff supervision

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Restaurant management

Restaurant experience

Food service experience

Banquet experience

Catering experience

Fine dining experience

Menu planning

Inventory management

Inventory control

Cost control

Kitchen management

Job description

MaineGuide is seeking a Head Chef/Manager in Kittery, ME to lead daily kitchen and food service operations, coordinating food production, service, and a safety‑driven, high‑quality dining experience for guests. You’ll guide a hands‑on team and ensure smooth workflow across the kitchen and events.

Responsibilities include menu planning, tasting menus for events, shift leadership, inventory and cost control, and maintaining rigorous food safety standards in an in‑house restaurant, catering, or