Venue Chef — Lead Kitchen, Menus & Culinary Excellence

Great Performances; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Transit benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Great Performances in New York seeks a talented Venue Chef to lead kitchen operations, oversee staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and coordinate with front-of-house to deliver exceptional culinary experiences at Midtown, Manhattan.

The role requires strong leadership, a background in high-volume hospitality, and proficiency in Excel. Base salary range $80,000–$120,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) and health coverage. NYC eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary background with professional references required.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with kitchen, service, and leadership teams.
• NYC Food Handler’s Certificate is a must.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Excellence & Kitchen Operations
• Ensure the timely preparation, freshness, quality, and consistency of all dishes served.
• Maintain high standards for food presentation, plating, and execution across all services.
• Assist with menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal culinary initiatives.
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, organization, and smooth daily service.
• Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and mentor cooks, food preparation staff, and dishwashers.
• Coordinate staff schedules, assignments, and daily workflow to meet operational needs.
• Establish and maintain performance standards that promote accountability, consistency, and teamwork.
• Food Safety & Sanitation
• Maintain strict compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Implement and enforce hygiene, cleanliness, and workplace safety procedures.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and workspaces to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and operational efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels and oversee the ordering of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment.
• Submit purchase orders and maintain accurate inventory and cost controls.
• Purchase products from company-approved vendors while ensuring quality and budget expectations are met.
• Support operational and financial goals through effective labor and resource management.
• Partner closely with the General Manager and front-of-house leadership to ensure strong communication and seamless service execution.
• Address guest or client concerns related to food quality and service in a professional and timely manner.
• Continuously seek feedback to improve culinary offerings and the overall guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Great Performances in New York seeks a talented Venue Chef to lead kitchen operations, oversee staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and coordinate with front-of-house to deliver exceptional culinary experiences at Midtown, Manhattan.

The role requires strong leadership, a background in high-volume hospitality, and proficiency in Excel. Base salary range $80,000–$120,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) and health coverage. NYC eligibility required.