• Fort Lee, New Jersey
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Executive Chef


    Upscale Modern Italian Steakhouse

    Fort Lee, NJ

    Salary: $125,000 per year


    About The Company 

    • Location: A new very upscale modern Italian restaurant in the heart of Fort Lee, NJ
    • Concept:Features an open kitchen and combines Southern Italy-inspired interior design with the charm of the Hudson River Valley.
    • Cuisine: Specializing in authentic Italian flavors with recipes passed down through generations, many ingredients are imported directly from Italy.
    • Atmosphere: Known for its warm, inviting ambiance,the restaurant has received excellent reviews for its food.


    Overview

    Seeking a creative and passionate Executive Chef to lead their culinary team. This position offers a unique opportunity to spearhead the growth of a burgeoning, upscale dining destination dedicated to a modern approach to authentic Italian cuisine.


    What You Will Do

    • Culinary Leadership: Oversee all kitchen operations, maintaining high standards in food preparation, presentation, and menu development.
    • Innovation: Develop creative, modern Italian menus, breaking away from traditional "old school" approaches.
    • Team Management: Recruit, train, and manage a team of kitchen staff, including sous chefs.
    • Operational Excellence: Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen processes.


    What You Need

    • Experience: Proven experience in culinary roles, with the ability to lead and manage a kitchen team; upscale dining experience is an asset.
    • Culinary Excellence: A passion for crafting authentic and innovative Italian cuisine.
    • Leadership: Strong leadership abilities with expertise in team training and management.
    • Management Skills: Ability to effectively organize kitchen operations.
    • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Creativity: A flair for modern Italian cooking.


    What You Get

    • Competitive Compensation: $125,000 annually.
    • Growth Opportunity: An opportunity to lead a team in a growing, upscale restaurant.
    • High-End Environment: Work in a beautifully designed restaurant with a talented team.
    • Creative Freedom: Showcase your culinary creativity with a focus on authentic Italian cuisine.


    Additional Information

    • Benefits: Negotiable


    To apply: email your updated resume and food photos to

    barak@hospitalityrecruiter.com

    or share via whatsapp +19415457212



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFort Lee, New Jersey

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Food Preparationunmatched
    • Food Presentationunmatched
    • Interior Designunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Menu Developmentunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Restaurantunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched

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