Head Chef - Up to $85K + Up to $20K Bonus!

Inspire Creativity | Lead with Passion | Elevate Culinary ExcellenceLocation: Downtown Vancouver Status: Full-Time Compensation: $75,000-$85,000 Base + Up to $20,000 Annual Bonus Are you a culinary leader with a passion for innovation, team development, and exceptional food? We're hiring a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations at a thriving, high-volume restaurant in the heart of downtown Vancouver. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. As the Head Chef, you'll be responsible for leading a dedicated back-of-house team, overseeing food quality and execution, and bringing fresh ideas to the menu. You'll play a hands-on role in daily kitchen operations while mentoring your team to uphold high standards of consistency, cleanliness, and culinary excellence. What You'll Do Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth execution of service, prep, and cleaning procedures Train, develop, and inspire back-of-house team members through daily coaching and mentorship Collaborate on menu development, cost control, and seasonal offerings Conduct regular line checks and uphold food safety standards Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships Maintain a positive and productive kitchen culture through strong leadership and clear communication What You Bring 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant Proven leadership skills with a passion for team development Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities Strong understanding of food cost, labor targets, and BOH financial performance A collaborative, hands-on leadership style-no task too big or too small Commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality dishes under pressure Why Join Us Competitive salary + attainable bonus plan (up to $20,000 annually) Strong internal growth potential within a respected restaurant group Comprehensive training and ongoing leadership development Supportive, people-first culture where your ideas and contributions matter Opportunity to lead a passionate team and create unforgettable guest experiences Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply now to become our next Head Chef in downtown Vancouver and lead a kitchen built on excellence, teamwork, and creativity. As part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, we have your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward. Message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. For more help reply "HELP" to your texts or you can opt-out by replying STOP.

Created: 2026-03-04