Head Chef - Lead Multi-Unit Kitchens & Menu Innovation

Venture Prime Partners; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Venture Prime Partners in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple high-volume restaurants. You will develop menus, train staff, and ensure top-tier food quality while managing inventories and costs.

Applicants should have at least five years in a head-chef role; a Culinary Arts degree is preferred. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive excellence in a bustling kitchen and multi-unit portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as Head Chef or equivalent in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong background in menu development and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and communication to motivate staff.
• Experience with kitchen management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement culinary strategies to enhance dining experience.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations for quality and efficiency.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to foster excellence.
• Create and maintain menus reflecting each restaurant's identity.
• Monitor food costs and inventory to maximize profitability without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with department heads to integrate culinary with front-of-house services.
• Stay current with culinary trends and best practices.

Skills

Menu development

Cost control

Leadership

Staff training

Food safety

Kitchen ops software

Education

Culinary Arts degree (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Venture Prime Partners in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple high-volume restaurants. You will develop menus, train staff, and ensure top-tier food quality while managing inventories and costs.

Applicants should have at least five years in a head-chef role; a Culinary Arts degree is preferred. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive excellence in a bustling kitchen and multi-unit portfolio.