Chef/Kitchen Manager

Chef/Kitchen Manager Maggie's Farm - 3.5 Middleton, MA Job Details 3 days ago Benefits Dental insurance Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Cost management Menu design Hospitality Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Operations management Inventory management 5 years Managing hospitality teams Cost control Team development Kitchen cost control Kitchen staff training Mentoring Food ordering Kitchen staff scheduling Senior level Leadership Team motivation (leadership skill)

Full Job Description Description:

Maggie's Farm — part of the Serenitee Restaurant Group, a locally owned collection of chef-inspired restaurants across the North Shore — is looking for a passionate and creative Chef to lead our kitchen and inspire our team. At Maggie's Farm, we believe food should be fun, flavorful, and a little unexpected. Our menus are built on creativity, seasonality, and a love of hospitality. We're looking for someone who shares that spirit — a chef who makes " cool food" and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. About Serenitee Restaurant Group Serenitee is a family of independent North Shore restaurants, each with its own unique vibe and menu — including Maggie's Farm, 15 Walnut, Hale Street Tavern, and more. Behind the individuality of each restaurant is a shared mission: to serve amazing food, create welcoming spaces, and grow our people. At Serenitee, you'll have the support of a passionate restaurant group that values creativity, work-life balance, and career growth. We promote from within and encourage our chefs to bring their ideas to the table — literally.

We want someone who:

A creative chef with a strong culinary background and leadership experience. Passion for hospitality — we love great food, but we love great people even more. Someone who thrives in a collaborative, community-driven restaurant culture. A sense of humor, curiosity, and a drive to make every plate memorable. Lives and breathes food, trends, and hospitality. Has a creative spark and isn't afraid to try new things. Brings positive energy to the kitchen and builds up their team. Takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences.

What You'll Do:

Lead the culinary vision at Maggie's Farm, creating dishes that are unique, craveable, and true to our "cool food" philosophy. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, inventory, and scheduling. Collaborate with Serenitee's culinary leadership on menu innovation, specials, and events. Uphold the highest standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation. Build and mentor a positive, motivated kitchen team. Maintain the highest standards of quality, presentation, and cleanliness.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary of $100,000 - $110,00, depending on experience Quarterly bonus plan that is generous and achievable Health, dental, and vision insurance with a generous employer contribution Paid vacation time Dining discounts across all Serenitee locations Career growth opportunities in a local, growing restaurant group Supportive leadership team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun

Requirements:

5+ years of kitchen management experience in a $6-8 million annual sales restaurant. Proven success leading high-volume operations and large kitchen teams. Strong understanding of cost control, ordering, and labor management. Experience with menu development and executing creative, seasonal dishes.