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Chef de Cuisine New Restaurant Group | Essex, MA
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Great Marsh
Essex, MA (In Person)
$80,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Chef de Cuisine - New Restaurant Group | Essex, MA Great Marsh Essex, MA Job Details Full-time $80,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Operations management Culinary experience ServSafe Budget control Operational management Team development Hiring Kitchen cost control Inventory tracking for food cost management Production management Managing kitchen staff Restaurant cost management Team motivation (leadership skill) Team building Full Job Description We are building a new restaurant from the ground up and are looking for an experienced Chef de Cuisine to help lead the culinary program. This is not a maintenance position. This is an opportunity to build systems, develop a team, establish standards, and create a kitchen culture focused on excellence, accountability, and consistency. We are seeking a leader who thrives in high-volume environments, leads by example, and understands that great food comes from disciplined execution every day. Responsibilities Lead daily kitchen operations and service execution Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary staff Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation standards Create and enforce systems for prep, production, sanitation, and organization Manage labor scheduling and staffing levels Oversee inventory, ordering, receiving, and vendor relationships Control food costs, waste, and kitchen expenses Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations Work closely with ownership and management on menu development and operational improvements Foster a positive, professional, and accountable kitchen culture Qualifications Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience Prior experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef preferred Strong understanding of high-volume kitchen operations Proven ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable Excellent organizational and communication skills Strong knowledge of food cost controls, inventory management, and labor management Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment ServSafe Certification preferred What We're Looking For We are not looking for excuses. We are looking for a professional who: Shows up prepared Leads from the front Holds high standards without compromise Takes ownership of results Moves with urgency Takes pride in building and developing strong teams Organization, professionalism, urgency, and real experience are mandatory. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Performance-based bonus opportunities Paid time off Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding restaurant group Opportunity to help shape a flagship culinary operation from day one Apply Today We are interviewing now because we intend to take our time and hire the best culinary talent Massachusetts has to offer. If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of building something the right way from the beginning, we'd like to hear from you.