Executive Chef, Avra Estiatorio
Overview
Lead high volume Greek Mediterranean cuisine at Avra Estiatorio in New York. Oversee kitchen operations, develop menus, manage staff, control costs, and ensure exceptional dining experiences. Must have fine dining background.
What You'll Do10
- 1Oversee all kitchen operations ensuring consistency quality execution
- 2Lead train manage culinary team maintaining discipline morale professionalism
- 3Develop seasonal innovative cost effective menus aligned with concept
- 4Monitor food costs inventory waste ensuring profitability sustainability
- 5Ensure compliance health sanitation safety regulations
- 6Work closely with front of house beverage events teams creating harmonious pairings
- 7Oversee vendor relationships sourcing highest quality ingredients negotiating pricing
- 8Continuously evaluate kitchen operations workflow for efficiency improvement
- 9Maintain strong presence on line during service acting as role model
- 10Drive operational excellence through proactive problem solving
Requirements8
- 1Minimum 7 years culinary leadership experience including 3 years executive chef in fine dining
- 2Deep understanding modern classic culinary techniques ingredient sourcing plating aesthetics
- 3Strong leadership communication skills hands on team oriented management style
- 4Proven track record developing high performing kitchen teams
- 5Excellent time management organization problem solving abilities
- 6Ability to perform under pressure fast paced detail driven environment
- 7ServSafe certification or equivalent required
- 8Culinary degree preferred but not required with relevant experience
Salary Insight
$160 - $175k per year
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