Head Chef

Head Chef The Westmont Haddon, NJ Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Hospitality Line cook experience Cost control Attention to detail Mentoring Full Job Description Chef / Kitchen Leader The Westmont | Haddon Township, NJ The Westmont is looking for a strong Chef/Kitchen Leader to help build one of South Jersey's best restaurant kitchens. We are not looking for someone to simply "cook." We are looking for someone who can lead a kitchen, maintain standards, develop systems, and help create consistency, pride, and execution every single day. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who moves with urgency, leads by example, stays organized under pressure, and truly cares about food quality and hospitality.

What You'll Do:

Lead daily kitchen operations and service Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation Manage prep, line execution, cleanliness, and organization Train and mentor kitchen staff Help control food cost, waste, pars, and inventory Work closely with ownership on menu development and kitchen systems Maintain strong sanitation and safety standards Help build a positive, accountable kitchen culture

What We're Looking For:

Previous chef or kitchen leadership experience Strong work ethic and professionalism Ability to lead during busy services Organized, clean, and detail-oriented Experience with ordering, prep systems, and kitchen management Someone who wants to grow with the restaurant long-term

Position Details:

$70,000-$80,000 based on experience Average 50 hours/week 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year Performance review after 90 days with bonus/growth potential Competitive pay based on experience Growth opportunity within the company Fast-paced but supportive environment Full-time position If you take pride in running a clean, organized, high-performing kitchen and want to help build something special, we'd love to meet you.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person