Chef de Cuisine | Award Winning Group | Mystic, CT

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAn award-winning, fast-growing hospitality brand rooted in the heart of Mystic, CT is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for their locally sourced, scratch-made comfort food restaurant that is a destination for both locals and visitors seeking exceptional dining experiences. This Chef de Cuisine will lead the culinary team and drive our kitchens creativity, execution, and excellence.The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for leading all culinary operations, including daily kitchen management, menu development, butchering, and mentorship of a 30-person back-of-house team. This is a key leadership role requiring strong culinary skills, business acumen, and a passion for sourcing locally and sustainably. Youll work closely with ownership to maintain our reputation for exceptional food while helping scale operations for continued growth.Responsibilities:Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent execution of high-quality, from-scratch comfort foodDevelop seasonal menus and specials that reflect local sourcing and align with the brands culinary visionOversee and participate in in-house butchering, ensuring proper technique, yield, and product qualityRecruit, train, and mentor a culinary team of 30, fostering a positive, growth-oriented cultureManage food and labor costs, inventory, and ordering with a focus on efficiency and minimizing wastePartner with local farms, fisheries, and purveyors to source the best seasonal ingredientsEnsure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are strictly followedCollaborate with ownership on strategic planning, events, and new culinary initiativesQualifications:5+ years of experience in a leadership role (Sous Chef, CDC, or Executive Chef) in high-volume, scratch kitchensStrong knowledge of butchering techniques and whole animal utilizationProven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a large culinary teamExperience managing food and labor costs in kitchens generating $5M+ in revenueDeep understanding of local sourcing and seasonal menu developmentExceptional organizational and communication skillsPassion for hospitality, leadership, and continued personal and team growthBenefits:Competitive salary and bonus structureHealth insurancePaid time offGrowth potential within an expanding hospitality brandCreative input in menu

Created: 2025-04-05