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Executive Chef

Amaro's Table

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Dental Insurance, Food Purchasing, Health Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Menu Development, Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Spreadsheets, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Vancouver, WA
POSTED
18 days ago
Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Executive Chef – Lead the Culinary Innovation at Amaro’s Table!
Amaro’s Table, our award-winning concept that has been delighting the community since 2018, is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at our exciting new location! Owned by local chefs who take immense pride in offering both quality and value to our guests, we are dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences that elevate the everyday meal.

As we expand and open a new chapter, we’re looking for a chef who’s excited to bring their creativity and leadership to a growing team, making a lasting impact on both our kitchen culture and guest experiences.


What We’re Looking For:
  • Proven Leadership: With 3-5 years of experience in a senior culinary role, you’ve led teams and created incredible dining experiences, and you’re ready to inspire the next generation of chefs.
  • Clear Communication: You excel at connecting with your team, dining room staff, managers, and guests, ensuring smooth operations and a positive environment for all.
  • Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable with basic computer tools, email, spreadsheets, and scheduling, keeping things organized and efficient.
  • Growth-Minded: You’re always seeking opportunities for both personal growth and professional development for your team.
  • Driven & Detail-Oriented: You’re a self-starter with a keen eye for detail and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, no matter the challenge.
  • Ready for the Heat: You’re comfortable working 50 hours a week, including nights and weekends, and thrive in the fast-paced, ever-changing environment of a busy kitchen.
What You’ll Do:
  • Lead Kitchen Operations: You’ll oversee all kitchen operations, from food purchasing and preparation to maintaining top-tier quality, cleanliness, and sanitation. Your leadership will keep everything running smoothly during service.
  • Inspire & Mentor Your Team: Develop, train, and guide your kitchen staff on the art of cooking, presentation, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. You’ll be a key mentor in shaping the next leaders in the kitchen.
  • Create & Curate Menus: Collaborate with restaurant managers to develop menus that excite and inspire. Focus on innovation, quality, and consistency to create dishes guests will love.
  • Control Costs & Waste: Manage food costs through effective storage, ordering, and waste reduction. Ensure every ingredient is used to its full potential.
  • Uphold High Standards: Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards. The safety and well-being of your team and guests will always be top priority.
  • Foster Team Growth: Be hands-on in hiring, training, and evaluating kitchen staff, ensuring that everyone is aligned with our vision for quality and collaboration.
Why Join Us?
  • Be Part of Something New and Exciting: You’ll be one of the first to lead our new location, shaping the culinary direction and building the kitchen culture from the ground up.
  • Collaborative, Supportive Culture: We’re a tight-knit team that values collaboration, respect, and positivity. At Amaro’s Table, hospitality is the foundation of everything we do.
  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary based on your experience, along with exceptional healthcare, dental, and vision benefits starting after just 60 days.
  • Work-Life Balance: We’re closed on major holidays, including the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day, so you can enjoy time with loved ones.
  • Career Growth: As part of NW Hospitality Group, there’s room for you to grow with us. We’re expanding, and we want our leaders to grow along with us.
Ready to Lead Our Culinary Team?
If you're a passionate, creative chef ready to take the lead in an exciting new location, we want to hear from you! Join Amaro’s Table, where your talent and leadership will help shape the future of our kitchen and continue to deliver exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

 All management-level hires will complete a standard background check as part of our hiring process. 

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