Chef de Cuisine

***Please note this position is based in Santa Barbara and requires relocation – ASSISTANCE PROVIDED***

Intimate locally-inspired Santa Barbara restaurant is looking for a talented Chef de Cuisine. Great opportunity for a Chef that enjoys sourcing local product, working with the best ingredients, and flexing their creative muscle. Past experience in respected chef-driven restaurants required. Dinner only and a solid team with low turnover.

Chef de Cuisine Responsibilities:

• Menu development, R&D, recipe costing 
• Sourcing and utilizing ingredients with an emphasis on local to SB/SLO/Ventura counties, where possible
• Hiring, training, and mentorship of culinary team members
• Culinary administrative responsibilities pertaining to financials, ordering, inventory, scheduling, etc
• Ensuring best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen
• Communicate with vendors regarding ordering, new product offerings, pricing, and all other product-related issue

Chef de Cuisine Preferred Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar position as Executive Chef or open to an up-and-comer with 3 years experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine
• California cuisine background and knowledgeable on the seasonal patterns of CA
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities
• Creative, innovative thinking
• Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
• Experience in managing inventory and cost controls
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays

Benefits Include:

• Salary in $90-$110k range
• Medical Stipend
• PTO
• Relocation Stipend