Head Chef - Sichuan/Hunan Cuisine Leader | Fine Dining

Mountain House Ny Llc; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, extensive culinary expertise, and a passion for creating innovative menus. This role involves overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and safety standards, and managing a dynamic team in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The Head Chef will play a pivotal role in maintaining the restaurant’s reputation for fine dining excellence and operational efficiency.

Join our team as Head Chef to lead culinary innovation while delivering outstanding service in a prestigious hospitality setting. We seek a dedicated professional committed to culinary excellence, team leadership, and operational success.

Job Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for the development, preparation, and quality control of Sichuan and/or Hunan cuisine.
• Ensure consistent flavor, efficient service, and compliance with brand standards.
• Manage daily kitchen operations, including staff scheduling and task allocation.
• Oversee ingredient purchasing, inventory management, and food cost control.
• Strictly enforce food safety, sanitation standards, and local health regulations.
• Support new store openings, menu optimization, and kitchen staff training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Sichuan or Hunan cuisine head chef.
• Strong mastery of classic Sichuan/Hunan dishes with stable, high-quality output.
• Proven kitchen management experience with strong responsibility and execution skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to work on payroll (tax reporting required).
• Mandarin speaking required.