Head Chef

Location - Hoboken, NJSalary - $90-95kBenefits - MDV, PTO, bonus eligibility Inviting cocktail bar and bistro features refined comfort food, a strong beverage program, and a neighborhood vibe that draws both locals and industry folks.QualificationsMinimum 2+ years of back-of-house management experienceStrong culinary operations experience including:Ordering, inventory, food cost controlsBuilding menus, recipes, and prep systemsManaging BOH labor and schedulesHealth Dept standards and kitchen cleanlinessProven experience:Leading line/expo during serviceHiring, training, and daily communication with FOH/BOHAdmin work (ordering, invoices, prep sheets, labor)Comfortable in high-paced service with a team-focused mindsetResponsibilitiesCulinary OperationOrdering and inventoryPreparation and production, improve order timing & communication with service staffCreate ingredient lists, build methods and order guidesTrain and educate all team members.Building menu's and understanding how to control food cost.Managing schedules for all BOH departments and meeting labor goals.Staff ManagementStaffing and schedulingHiring, training, and coachingDevelopment and maintenance of employee training manualsStaff training programDaily pre-shift meetingsContinual staff evaluations and feedback on performanceMaintenance / Repairs / DOHUnderstanding of Health Department standards and maintaining a clean kitchen.Ability to address BOH Repair and Maintenance issues with management team

Created: 2025-05-23