Head Tapas Chef & Kitchen Leader

Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bocado Tapas in the United States is seeking a seasoned Chef to lead daily back-of-house operations, ensure consistent food quality, safety, and a thriving tapas service. This hands-on leadership role requires guiding a trained kitchen team and partnering with the General Manager to implement recipes and standards.

You will oversee prep, production, service, inventory, purchasing, labor costs, and compliance with health and safety requirements, while maintaining an engaging work environment.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of progressively responsible kitchen experience with leadership or supervisory duties.
• Experience in a full-service, high-volume, or fast-paced restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Ability to hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff professionally and respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including prep, production, service, and closing procedures.
• Maintain established standards for food quality, taste, presentation, portions, and consistency.
• Ensure recipes, procedures, and plating specifications are followed.
• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and supervise kitchen employees.
• Provide clear direction during service and step into production positions when needed.
• Monitor labor costs and staffing levels based on business needs.
• Manage purchasing, receiving, inventory, rotation, and portion controls to control costs.
• Ensure kitchen readiness for busy periods, events, takeout, and catering.
• Maintain compliance with food-safety, sanitation, and health department requirements.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly used, cleaned, and maintained.
• Collaborate with General Manager to support guest experience and resolve issues.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Cost control

Staff training

Food safety

High-volume kitchen

Job description

Bocado Tapas in the United States is seeking a seasoned Chef to lead daily back-of-house operations, ensure consistent food quality, safety, and a thriving tapas service. This hands-on leadership role requires guiding a trained kitchen team and partnering with the General Manager to implement recipes and standards.

You will oversee prep, production, service, inventory, purchasing, labor costs, and compliance with health and safety requirements, while maintaining an engaging work environment.