Korean cuisine executive chef

The Good Eating Company (US); San Jose (CA); In loco; USD 100.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Good Eating Company (US) in San Jose, CA is seeking a Korean Cuisine Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, focusing on authentic and contemporary Korean dishes. This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership to manage menu development, recipe testing, and daily production while upholding sustainability and responsible sourcing standards.

You will supervise kitchen staff, train, schedule, and provide feedback in a respectful, inclusive environment, ensuring high-quality,

Competenze

• Strong expertise in Korean cuisine with traditional, regional, and modern techniques.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe creation, and culinary innovation, ideally in a leadership chef role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop kitchen teams, including training and performance management.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and sanitation best practices.
• Experience with inventory management, cost control, and vendor relations, with an emphasis on sustainable sourcing.

Mansioni

• Lead all culinary operations focused on authentic and contemporary Korean dishes.
• Oversee menu development, recipe testing, and daily production to ensure high quality and consistency.
• Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance feedback.
• Monitor inventory and order ingredients from local and responsible suppliers.
• Collaborate with leadership and front-of-house on seasonal menus and guest experiences.

Conoscenze

Korean cuisine

Menu development

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Inventory & cost control

Time management

Communication

Inclusion & culture

Formazione

Culinary degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Company Description

The Good Eating Company (US) is a culinary organization committed to diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in every aspect of its food program. The team prioritizes sourcing from local, small-scale, BIPOC-owned, and women-led enterprises to highlight vibrant flavors and meaningful food stories. This approach supports community growth while offering guests distinctive, high-quality dining experiences. The company embraces collaboration, creativity, and responsible sourcing to shape a more diverse, sustainable food landscape. Team members are encouraged to bring curiosity and passion to help create “the good life,” one carefully prepared plate at a time.

Role Description

The Korean Cuisine Executive Chef is responsible for leading all culinary operations focused on authentic and contemporary Korean dishes in an on-site, full-time role based in San Jose, CA. This role oversees menu development, recipe testing, and daily production, ensuring that Korean cuisine offerings are high-quality, consistent, and aligned with the company’s sustainability and sourcing standards. The Executive Chef manages kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance feedback, while fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safety-conscious environment. Day-to-day tasks include supervising food preparation, monitoring inventory and ordering ingredients (with an emphasis on local and responsible suppliers), and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. The role also involves collaborating with leadership and front-of-house teams on seasonal menus, special events, and guest experiences that showcase Korean flavors and techniques.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Korean cuisine, including traditional techniques, regional specialties, and modern interpretations.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe creation, and culinary innovation, ideally in a leadership chef role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop kitchen teams, including training, coaching, and performance management.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and sanitation best practices.
• Experience with inventory management, cost control, and vendor relations, with an interest in sustainable sourcing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities in a high-volume or premium dining environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with both back-of-house and front-of-house partners.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, non-discriminatory work environment and welcoming guest experience.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience in Korean or broader Asian cuisine is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in San Jose, CA, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.