Chef de Cuisine

Boqueria Restaurant • New York, NY

2d

About The Position

As a Chef, we know that your skillset is not limited to the kitchen. We know that you are often told that you must have the dexterity of a craftsman, the stamina of an athlete, the curiosity of a child, and the command of a maestro. And while we realize that it's no easy feat to strive for greatness consistently, we also know that only the most passionate and competitive chefs are eager to rise to the challenge.

As a Chef de Cuisine at Boqueria, you will be responsible for ensuring that Boqueria’s culinary offerings consistently exceed guest expectations with a primary focus on maintaining impeccable food quality in accordance with brand standards.  The CDC is responsible for curating par levels for ordering and managing inventory with an eye for ingredient excellence, ensuring every dish reflects a dedication to quality.  They lead Back of House operations to meet established targets, fostering a culture of excellence through the hiring, training, and retention of a team of hospitality-driven A-players.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience at comparable/casual upscale restaurants or scratch kitchens
• Demonstrated experience developing a team of "A" players at restaurants run by this individual - sous chefs, cooks
• Highly proficient with cooking appliances and an advanced knowledge of culinary techniques
• Strong financial acumen to understand financial implications - P&L, COGs, labor, operational excellence
• Ability to build par levels for ordering practices and manage inventory levels effectively with a high attention to ingredient quality
• State required food safety certifications
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan ahead.
• Strong people management experience and abilities
• Motivated by a strong internal drive to achieve success, dedicated to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to speak English

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that Boqueria’s culinary offerings consistently exceed guest expectations
• Maintaining impeccable food quality in accordance with brand standards
• Curating par levels for ordering
• Managing inventory with an eye for ingredient excellence
• Leading Back of House operations to meet established targets
• Fostering a culture of excellence through the hiring, training, and retention of a team of hospitality-driven A-players.

Benefits

• Work with great people who love hospitality
• Competitive salary based on experience paid weekly
• Flexible scheduling
• Full- and part-time availability
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and supplemental options
• Paid time off and Discounted Meals
• A strong company culture with high standards
• Be part of growing an upscale restaurant group

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed