Head Chef for High-Volume Restaurant, Culinary Operations
Overview
You will own all day-to-day culinary operations at The Suffolk Punch, a high-volume restaurant in Charlotte. You lead the kitchen team, control food and labor costs, and ensure consistent, quality execution during service and special events. Your role is hands-on, working alongside your team to deliver standout food and a positive BOH culture. You partner with the General Manager and FOH leadership to drive smooth operations and an excellent guest experience. This position stands out for its blend of culinary artistry and business accountability.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead, train, and coach the BOH team, fostering accountability and teamwork.
- 2Oversee daily kitchen operations: prep, line execution, service, opening/closing, and cleanliness.
- 3Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, portioning, and recipe execution.
- 4Build and manage BOH schedules to hit labor targets based on projected sales.
- 5Control food cost, waste, and inventory to achieve COGS goals.
- 6Complete weekly inventory and analyze opportunities to improve cost performance.
- 7Ensure proper ordering, receiving, storage, labeling, and rotation of food products.
- 8Recruit, onboard, and retain a skilled culinary team for high-volume service.
- 9Execute large events, catering, and seasonal programming without compromising standards.
- 10Ensure compliance with health, food safety, and sanitation regulations.
Requirements9
- 12-3 years kitchen leadership in a high-volume restaurant.
- 2Food safety/sanitation certification (e.g., ServSafe).
- 3High school diploma or equivalent; culinary school preferred.
- 4Strong leadership and training abilities.
- 5Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- 6Proficiency in recipe execution, portion control, cost management, and inventory.
- 7Ability to maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
- 8Flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- 9Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
Salary Insight
$70 - $80k per year
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