Regional Chef: Menu Master & Kitchen Leader

Yarzin-Sella Group; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yarzin-Sella Group in Cambridge, MA seeks a Regional Chef to provide strategic and operational leadership for all kitchen functions across multiple cafes. You will oversee menu planning, food production, quality, safety, and the day‑to‑day performance of a multi-tiered culinary team.

This role serves as the primary culinary authority on-site, translating the organization's culinary vision into consistent, high-quality execution while balancing creativity with cost control and robust staff

Qualifications

• Lead a multi-tier culinary team and coordinate daily operations.
• Oversee production, quality, and timely service for all kitchens.
• Review menus seasonally and balance dishes with cost controls.
• Maintain food safety audits and sanitation programs.
• Coach Sous Chefs and conduct performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Assists in management of the kitchen team and assigns daily duties.
• Oversees daily production and ensures quality and timely service.
• Monitors cafe menu reviews and implements changes based on seasonality and cost.
• Maintains safety audits and sanitation standards.
• Provides coaching and performance feedback to Sous Chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Cost control

Team development

Tools

ADP

Job description

The Yarzin-Sella Group in Cambridge, MA seeks a Regional Chef to provide strategic and operational leadership for all kitchen functions across multiple cafes. You will oversee menu planning, food production, quality, safety, and the day‑to‑day performance of a multi-tiered culinary team.

This role serves as the primary culinary authority on-site, translating the organization's culinary vision into consistent, high-quality execution while balancing creativity with cost control and robust staff