Executive Chef

Casa Lago Italian Kitchen is located in the heart of Six Mile, SC, just minutes from Lake Keowee. With 100 seats and a lively, welcoming atmosphere, Casa Lago is more than just a restaurant—it's a place where great food, good vibes, and amazing people come together. Whether you're crafting delicious pizzas, serving happy guests, or keeping the kitchen running smoothly, every day is filled with energy, teamwork, and opportunities to grow. If you love working in a dynamic, upbeat environment where hard work is rewarded and no two days are the same, we want you on our team!

Job Summary:

As the executive chef, you will be responsible for building and updating the menu, overseeing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency, handling inventory and budgeting food costs, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and overseeing food preparation. You will play a key role in creating an efficient, organized, and positive work environment while upholding our high standards for food and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• In cooperation with the Sous Chef and other kitchen staff, you will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and consistency.
• Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Build and update the menu with fresh, seasonal Italian dishes
• Lead and support your kitchen team day-to-day
• Keep food quality and consistency high across every service
• Work closely with ownership and front-of-house to keep things running smoothly
• Manage food and labor costs without cutting corners on quality
• Manage inventory, food orders, and kitchen supplies while minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work closely with management to develop new menu items and improve kitchen efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Lead by example with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and teamwork mentality.

Qualifications:

• 2-3+ years experience in an executive chef position, SPECIFICALLY in an Italian restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Possess your Serve Safe certification or be willing to maintain one.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience with inventory management and food cost control.
• Leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and manage staff effectively.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Passion for food, quality, and creating a great customer experience.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

• Full-time salary range of up to $75,000 pay based on experience.
• Opportunities for growth within the company as we expand the concept to multiple locations.
• Supportive and positive work environment.
• Health Insurance.
• Bonus Opportunities.

If you are a dedicated and skilled kitchen professional looking to be a part of an exciting new pizzeria, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join the Casa Lago Italian Kitchen team!

Pay:

Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person Executive Chef Six Mile, SC 29682 Up to $75,000 a year

• Full-time Up to $75,000 a year
• Full-time Casa Lago Italian Kitchen is located in the heart of Six Mile, SC, just minutes from Lake Keowee.

With 100 seats and a lively, welcoming atmosphere, Casa Lago is more than just a restaurant—it's a place where great food, good vibes, and amazing people come together. Whether you're crafting delicious pizzas, serving happy guests, or keeping the kitchen running smoothly, every day is filled with energy, teamwork, and opportunities to grow. If you love working in a dynamic, upbeat environment where hard work is rewarded and no two days are the same, we want you on our team!

Job Summary:

As the executive chef, you will be responsible for building and updating the menu, overseeing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency, handling inventory and budgeting food costs, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and overseeing food preparation. You will play a key role in creating an efficient, organized, and positive work environment while upholding our high standards for food and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• In cooperation with the Sous Chef and other kitchen staff, you will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and consistency.
• Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Build and update the menu with fresh, seasonal Italian dishes
• Lead and support your kitchen team day-to-day
• Keep food quality and consistency high across every service
• Work closely with ownership and front-of-house to keep things running smoothly
• Manage food and labor costs without cutting corners on quality
• Manage inventory, food orders, and kitchen supplies while minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work closely with management to develop new menu items and improve kitchen efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Lead by example with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and teamwork mentality.

Qualifications:

• 2-3+ years experience in an executive chef position, SPECIFICALLY in an Italian restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Possess your Serve Safe certification or be willing to maintain one.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience with inventory management and food cost control.
• Leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and manage staff effectively.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Passion for food, quality, and creating a great customer experience.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

• Full-time salary range of up to $75,000 pay based on experience.
• Opportunities for growth within the company as we expand the concept to multiple locations.
• Supportive and positive work environment.
• Health Insurance.
• Bonus Opportunities.

If you are a dedicated and skilled kitchen professional looking to be a part of an exciting new pizzeria, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join the Casa Lago Italian Kitchen team!

Pay:

Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person