Restaurant - Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager (For Future Opening)

Urban Plates LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is transforming the dining experience! As a Chef at this innovative restaurant, you will have the opportunity to create delicious, made-from-scratch meals while leading a passionate team. Enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent work-life balance, ongoing training, and career growth opportunities. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for culinary professionals looking to make an impact in the industry. Be part of a movement that changes the way the world eats, one plate at a time!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Cell Phone Allowance

Training Program

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a focus on quality.
• Ability to lead and train a team of culinary professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure food quality and consistency.
• Train and develop culinary skills in team members.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Food Safety

Education

Culinary Degree

Tools

Rational Ovens

Blast Chillers

Kitchen Display System

CTuit

Dayforce

Job description

Job Description

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose. Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally.

Are you a REAL Chef who likes to cook REAL food? Urban Plates is looking to connect with experienced Chefs / Executive Kitchen Managers for future openings in the Orange County market.

At Urban Plates, we believe in taking care of our people & offer:

• Salary: $72,000 - $76,000 / year, plus an achievable bonus plan, up to $12,000 / year / $1,000 / month
• Benefits: Our offerings include Medical (HMO and PPO plans available), Dental, Vision. In addition, we have a variety of supplemental options including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, FSA Medical and Dependent Care accounts.
• Monthly cell phone allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Company-sponsored 401K
• Thorough 9-week training program to set you up for success
• Seasonal menu changes 3-4 times a year, keeping the menu fresh and exciting
• Ongoing development & career growth opportunities
• Excellent work-life balance with no late nights & two days off per week
• The opportunity to train & develop culinary skills to future leaders on your team - see them grow in their career with us!

Urban Plates’ Chefs are revolutionizing the way restaurants serve food!

Our plan is simple: food you crave, made from scratch. We have state-of-the-art restaurant kitchens, with top-of-the-line equipment (Rational ovens, blast chillers, Kitchen Display System, & Date Code Genie), systems/ processes & technology platforms (CTuit, The Huddle (LMS), & Dayforce), designed to optimize kitchen operations & drive food quality, production, consistency, & guest satisfaction.

We are poised to grow in California & other US markets in 2024 and beyond. Join the Urban Plates family & share in the success of our industry-leading business model & unit economics. Become part of the movement that is changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time. We promise to provide you with clarity, preparation, belonging, support, development, & opportunity.

We look forward to talking with you!

The ‘fine print’:

Urban Plates requires Chefs to possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, & meet minimum auto insurance requirements, in order to drive on behalf of the Company.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance ordinance and the Fair Chance Act.

Urban Plates LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.