Executive Chef | ***Michelin | Bay Area

The Executive Chef oversees all kitchen operations for renowned 3-star Michelin restaurant in San Francisco, ensuring exceptional food quality, compliance with sanitation standards, and alignment with the restaurant's vision. The role involves collaboration with the Research & Development Chef (R&D Chef), General Manager (GM), and Sous Chefs to achieve culinary and operational excellence and reports directly to the Chef/Owner. This position requires world-class culinary excellence and exceptional leadership skills.REQUIREMENTS:Experience: 3-5 years managing Michelin-starred programsExpertise in fine dining, French cooking techniques, and financial management (e.g., food costs, P&L)Leadership: Proven ability to coach, mentor, and manage teams effectivelyQualities: Detail-oriented, organized, solutions-driven, patient, collaborative, dedicatedKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Menu Development &ExecutionCollaborate with the R&D Chef on menu creation and updatesDocument and standardize recipes; ensure availability of allergy modificationsImplement special event menus and maintain up-to-date descriptions for FOH/BOH useTeam ManagementHire, train, and review BOH team members in coordination with Sous ChefsConduct daily team meetings and oversee training programsEnsure effective organization of prep, ordering, and task delegationFinance & PurchasingApprove purchase orders and maintain vendor relationshipsMonitor food costs, conduct weekly inventory checks, and reduce wastePrepare budgets and assist in monthly P&L meetingsHealth & Safety ComplianceEnsure kitchen sanitation and personal hygiene standardsOversee daily logs (temperature, cleaning) and coordinate with cleaning staffConduct regular walkthroughs for safety and cleanlinessLabor & Payroll ManagementCreate and manage BOH schedules within labor budgetsApprove time-off requests and monitor timekeeping practicesMaintain compliance with labor targets and vacation/sick pay policiesPartner with the GM and other leaders to ensure smooth daily operationsAttend weekly manager meetings to align on goals and updatesCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Annual Salary (DOE) $140k-$170kIncludes performance based bonus programRelocation AssistancePTOQuarterly staff trips & educational outings #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17