Lead Fine-Dining Chef de Cuisine | Michelin-Level Kitchen

Madison Collective; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $85-95K

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

401k

Dining Discounts

EOE policy

Job summary

Madison Collective is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a Michelin-level kitchen, translating vision into precise daily execution with rigor, clarity, and efficiency. You will uphold standards, mentor cooks, and drive menu development in close partnership with the Executive Chef.

This role rewards structure as much as creativity, emphasizing systems, repetition, and strong team alignment to sustain exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fine-dining or Michelin-recognized kitchens.
• Strong command of classical technique and modern execution.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain organized kitchen systems.
• Deep respect for mise en place discipline and process.
• Calm, focused leadership style with high standards.
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
• Desire to grow within a serious, long-term culinary program.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce systems-driven organization across all kitchen stations, storage, and production areas.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and disciplined mise en place for all services.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, service execution, and breakdown.
• Uphold standards for product handling, technique, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Lead and mentor cooks through clear expectations, structure, and accountability.
• Contribute meaningfully to menu development and refinement in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Assist with recipe documentation, prep lists, pars, and operational SOPs.
• Support ordering, inventory control, and waste reduction.
• Act as a cultural and technical leader in the kitchen, setting the tone for professionalism and excellence.

Skills

Fine dining

Michelin kitchens

Structured leadership

Mise en place

Menu development

Team mentorship

Communication

US work authorization

Job description

Madison Collective is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a Michelin-level kitchen, translating vision into precise daily execution with rigor, clarity, and efficiency. You will uphold standards, mentor cooks, and drive menu development in close partnership with the Executive Chef.

This role rewards structure as much as creativity, emphasizing systems, repetition, and strong team alignment to sustain exceptional dining experiences.