Regional Culinary Leader: Menu, Training & Ops

Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services seeks a Regional Chef to provide strategic and operational leadership for all kitchen functions, overseeing menu planning, food production, and leading a multi-tiered culinary team on site. This role serves as the primary culinary authority, translating the organization's vision into high-quality execution with strong kitchen management and financial stewardship.

The position emphasizes balancing creativity with discipline, ensuring exceptional guest

Qualifications

• Culinary management experience (5+ years) preferred.
• Creative culinary background.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Sous Chef team scheduling and weekly meetings.
• Review cafe menus and manage production to meet quality and cost targets.
• Coach and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews and training.
• Maintain food safety program with weekly audits and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Creativity

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary school degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Cloud-Based Services

Job description

Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services seeks a Regional Chef to provide strategic and operational leadership for all kitchen functions, overseeing menu planning, food production, and leading a multi-tiered culinary team on site. This role serves as the primary culinary authority, translating the organization's vision into high-quality execution with strong kitchen management and financial stewardship.

The position emphasizes balancing creativity with discipline, ensuring exceptional guest