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Black Pearl Restaurant
Italian Chef
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A Chef oversees food preparation and directs other cooks and kitchen staff. Plans menus, develops recipes, orders ingredients and supplies. May supervise kitchen operations in a restaurant or work for a private household; may work for an executive office or a client that entertains regularly.
$43,446 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Italian Cuisine Chef to join our culinary team in Ponte Vedra Beach. The ideal candidate has a strong background in authentic and modern Italian cuisine, excellent leadership skills, and a high standard for food quality, presentation, consistency, and kitchen operations. We are looking for someone who can bring creativity and expertise while maintaining a refined dining experience. Responsibilities Lead the preparation and execution of high-quality Italian dishes Develop and refine seasonal Italian-inspired menu items Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, portioning, and quality Manage daily kitchen operations and supervise culinary staff Train and develop BOH team members Maintain food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste control Ensure proper food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization Work closely with ownership and management on menu development and overall culinary direction Maintain high standards during busy service periods Qualifications Minimum 3-5 years of professional Italian cuisine experience Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Sous Chef preferred Strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary Italian cooking techniques Experience with fresh pasta, sauces, seafood, meats, and seasonal ingredients preferred Fine dining or upscale restaurant experience strongly preferred Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to maintain consistency and attention to detail in a high-volume environment Must be reliable, professional, and passionate about hospitality What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience Opportunity to lead and influence menu development Professional and creative kitchen environment Opportunity for long-term growth with an expanding restaurant team