Restaurant Executive Chef

Restaurant Associates; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of dining and event catering is seeking a passionate Executive Chef to lead a new restaurant at Princeton University Art Museum. This role involves coordinating kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality dining experiences, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will possess extensive culinary management experience and a commitment to food safety and innovation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Extensive restaurant experience, high-volume operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute menus that delight and inspire.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on food prep, safety, and sanitation.
• Manage inventory within guidelines, ensuring product availability.

Skills

Culinary Management

Food Safety

Menu Design

Training

Sanitation

Education

A.S. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Position Title: Restaurant Executive Chef

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

Restaurant Associates, a leading provider of dining and event catering for prestigious venues, is hiring a dynamic Executive Chef for a new 120-seat restaurant at Princeton University Art Museum.

Job Summary

You will coordinate kitchen operations, maintain a safe work environment, and ensure high-quality dining experiences. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to lead and innovate.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and execute menus that delight and inspire, following guidelines.
2. Follow recipes, portioning, presentation standards, and complete production worksheets.
3. Train and mentor kitchen staff on food prep, safety, and sanitation.
4. Maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas.
5. Manage inventory within guidelines, ensuring product availability.
6. Utilize leftover food efficiently within company policies.
7. Comply with health and sanitation regulations and participate in audits.
8. Follow safety policies and participate in departmental meetings and staff development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. degree or equivalent; 5+ years of culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Extensive restaurant experience, high-volume operation experience preferred.
• Proven hands-on chef skills and knowledge of food trends, sanitation, and food cost controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet tools.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Holidays
• Employee Shopping, Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace
• Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance, FSAs, Paid Parental and Personal Leave

Applications are accepted ongoing. Restaurant Associates is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.