Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Head Chef
Location: New York, NY
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at a renowned New York City restaurant. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, a passion for quality ingredients, and the ability to manage and inspire a team to consistently deliver exceptional dishes. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, menu creation, staff management, and maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow during service.
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Oversee the preparation and presentation of all food items, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to recipe standards.
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Develop and execute seasonal menus, incorporating creative and innovative dishes that align with the restaurant's concept and guest preferences.
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Manage kitchen staff, including training, mentoring, and scheduling to maintain a high-performing, cohesive team.
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Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
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Monitor and control food and labor costs, optimizing efficiency and minimizing waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
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Ensure proper inventory management, ordering, and stocking of kitchen supplies and ingredients.
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Work closely with the management team to ensure guest satisfaction, including addressing any food-related issues or special requests.
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Implement and maintain quality control standards for food preparation, portion sizes, and plating.
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Stay current with industry trends, food innovations, and techniques to continually elevate the dining experience.
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Handle any other responsibilities as assigned by the management team to support the success of the restaurant.
Qualifications:
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At least 5 years of culinary experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
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Exceptional culinary skills, with expertise in contemporary cooking techniques and a passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop kitchen staff.
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Knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen sanitation, and health regulations.
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Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Creativity and a keen eye for detail, with a focus on presentation and guest satisfaction.
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
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Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
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Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
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Paid time off and holiday pay.
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Employee discounts and perks.
If you are a dedicated and skilled culinary professional with a passion for leading a team and creating exceptional dining experiences, we invite you to apply for the Head Chef position in New York, NY. Join us in delivering an unforgettable dining experience to our guests!
Company DescriptionGecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.
With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.
Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.
Company Description
Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.