Chef de Cuisine

Description:

Chef de Cuisine

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Chef de Cuisine, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary experience of our restaurant. This leadership position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with our Executive Chef and management team, contributing to the daily operations of the kitchen while inspiring and developing our culinary staff. We are seeking a passionate, hands-on professional who leads by example and maintains high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management team to develop menus and culinary concepts

- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service

- Lead by example on the line, demonstrating exceptional cooking skills and professionalism

- Develop and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive team environment

- Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes

- Monitor food costs, inventory, and waste to support the financial health of the restaurant

- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and sanitation standards

- Assist in training staff on new techniques, menu changes, and operational procedures

Skills and Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a high-volume restaurant

- Strong culinary skills with a passion for quality and innovation

- Excellent leadership and team-building abilities

- Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment

- Sound understanding of restaurant financials, including cost control and budgeting

- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and sanitation standards

- Excellent communication and organizational skills

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and creative work environment where culinary excellence is celebrated. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for food and a desire to grow within a vibrant team, we look forward to welcoming you to our restaurant family.

Requirements:

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily kitchen operations
• Maintain consistency, quality, presentation, and portion standards
• Train, mentor, and develop sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and culinary staff
• Maintain strong organization and accountability throughout the BOH
• Assist with menu development, seasonal changes, specials, and new dishes
• Manage food cost, purchasing, inventory, waste, and portion control
• Monitor kitchen labor and scheduling while maintaining proper staffing levels
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and restaurant management team
• Maintain excellent sanitation, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Ensure proper prep levels and execution for high-volume services
• Build a positive kitchen culture based on professionalism, teamwork, respect, and accountability
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and ensure product quality and consistency
• Help continuously improve systems, organization, efficiency, and overall kitchen performance

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef, or similar culinary leadership position
• Strong background in high-volume, upscale or polished-casual restaurants
• Excellent culinary fundamentals and attention to detail
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage and motivate a diverse kitchen team
• Understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, purchasing, and restaurant financials
• Ability to remain organized and composed during busy services
• Passion for hospitality and creating great food
• A hands-on mentality and willingness to lead by example

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunity for performance-based compensation
• Benefits
• Paid time off
• Dining benefits
• Opportunity for growth within The Standard Hospitality Group
• A strong, established restaurant group with multiple high-volume concepts on Long Island
• The opportunity to have a meaningful voice in the culinary direction of the restaurant

About The James

The James is a modern American restaurant in the heart of Babylon Village, combining an energetic dining room with a serious commitment to food, beverage, and hospitality.

As part of The Standard Hospitality Group, our goal is to build restaurants where talented hospitality professionals can grow, contribute creatively, and build long-term careers.

We aren’t simply looking for someone to fill a position. We’re looking for a chef who wants to take ownership of a kitchen, develop a team, and help us continue pushing The James forward.