Chef de Cuisine
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on18460, East Taft Avenue, Villa Park, Orange County, California, 92861, United States
The Opportunity
This is not simply a back-of-house management role; it is a premier culinary leadership position at one of Orange County's most visible restaurants. As Chef de Cuisine, you will lead a large, high-performing culinary brigade in a high-volume, upscale dining environment. Your mission is to drive consistency and excellence across premium steaks, chops, seafood, and seasonal features while inspiring innovation that protects the integrity of a proven, high-performing concept.
You will set the tone for a kitchen culture that is disciplined, collaborative, accountable, and proud. Partnering closely with the Executive Chef and senior leadership, you will execute strategic culinary initiatives. This role demands that you be hands-on and present on the line, relentlessly focused on execution. Every plate that leaves the pass represents the brand, and your leadership ensures that standard is met.
Why Us?
Join one of Southern California's most recognized independent restaurants, where you will have the opportunity to lead within a respected, privately held restaurant group: Specialty Restaurants Corporation. The group is known for its iconic properties and offers real opportunities for career progression within a growing organization. This role provides visibility within the broader company and the chance to shape the culinary direction of a premier venue.
Work location
Work model: On-site
18460, East Taft Avenue, Villa Park, Orange County, California, 92861, United States
Villa Park, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead a large culinary brigade in a high-volume upscale dining environment
- check_circleDrive consistency and excellence across premium steaks, chops, seafood, and seasonal features
- check_circleManage daily kitchen operations and service execution at the highest level
- check_circleControl labor management and food cost performance in a high-volume setting
- check_circleExecute menu implementation and seasonal rollouts
- check_circleEnsure health, safety, and sanitation excellence
- check_circleOversee culinary training, mentorship, and development of sous chefs and line cooks
- check_circleCollaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver a refined guest experience
- check_circleManage inventory, purchasing, and vendor partnerships
Requirements
- verified4+ years as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in a $10MM+ upscale restaurant
- verifiedCulinary degree preferred
Nice to Have
A culinary degree
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Skills, education and keywords
Education: Culinary degree preferred, though experience is prioritized.
Frequently asked questions about Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source
What does a Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source will lead a large culinary brigade in a high-volume upscale dining environment; drive consistency and excellence across premium steaks, chops, seafood, and seasonal features; manage daily kitchen operations and service execution at the highest level; and control labor management and food cost performance in a high-volume setting.
What are the requirements for this Chef de Cuisine role?expand_more
To qualify for the Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source position, applicants should have: 4+ years as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in a $10MM+ upscale restaurant; and Culinary degree preferred.
Where is the Chef de Cuisine role at Superior Talent Source located?expand_more
Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source is based in 18460, East Taft Avenue, Villa Park, Orange County, California, 92861, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Chef de Cuisine job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Superior Talent Source has listed this Chef de Cuisine role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Chef de Cuisine role?expand_more
Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What education is required for Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Culinary degree preferred, though experience is prioritized.
What category does the Chef de Cuisine role belong to?expand_more
Chef de Cuisine at Superior Talent Source is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.