Head of Kitchen – Elevate Dining with Culinary Excellence

Common Bond Cafe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Common Bond Bistro & Bakery in Houston, TX, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality, taste and presentation, and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

You will manage planning, organizing, and controlling kitchen operations, coach staff, monitor food safety, and partner with the Corporate Executive Chef to maintain budget and standards. 5+ years leadership, ServSafe required, 50-hour weeks.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years’ experience in a similar capacity.
• Strong communication with managers, kitchen, service team members and guests.
• Be able to manage in a diverse environment with focus on quality and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Ensures that the department’s budgets are adhered to and food costs controlled.
• Coaches and motivates team; acts as manager on duty as scheduled.
• Leads kitchen operations ensuring highest quality standards and catering as needed.
• Ensures weekly work schedules and timecards are updated and accurate.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Guest service

Time management

Food safety

Restaurant operations

Education

ServSafe certificate

Tools

POS systems

Computer skills

Job description

Common Bond Bistro & Bakery in Houston, TX, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality, taste and presentation, and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

You will manage planning, organizing, and controlling kitchen operations, coach staff, monitor food safety, and partner with the Corporate Executive Chef to maintain budget and standards. 5+ years leadership, ServSafe required, 50-hour weeks.