Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager Restaurants - 4.4 Bellevue, WA Job Details Full-time From $80,168.40 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Food provided Qualifications Mandarin Teamwork Fine dining experience Cost control Team development Attention to detail Hospitality industry experience Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team with passion, precision, and innovation. Fluent Mandarin is essential to this role. This pivotal role combines creative menu development, exceptional kitchen management, and team leadership to deliver outstanding dining experiences. As the driving force behind our kitchen operations, you will ensure the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service while fostering a positive and productive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional eager to make a significant impact in a vibrant hospitality setting. Duties Lead the development and execution of innovative menus that reflect current culinary trends and meet guest expectations for fine dining and catering services Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to ensure consistency and excellence Manage inventory control, procurement, and food cost management to optimize resources and reduce waste Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, including cooks, sous chefs, and support personnel, fostering teamwork and professional growth Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards, sanitation protocols, and health regulations across all kitchen activities Coordinate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs and allergy considerations in menu planning and food handling Oversee banquet and catering events from setup to service, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional guest satisfaction Manage shift scheduling, training programs, and performance evaluations to maintain a motivated and efficient team Implement quality control measures for food production, presentation, and service delivery in both restaurant and catering environments Qualifications Speaks fluent Mandarin Proven experience in fine dining kitchens with strong culinary skills in food preparation, cooking, and presentation Demonstrated supervisory experience managing kitchen teams in high-volume settings such as restaurants or catering operations Extensive knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and inventory management techniques Background in banquet experience, catering coordination, or large-scale event food service is highly desirable Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills to motivate staff and coordinate with other departments Familiarity with menu planning, shift management, and restaurant or hospitality management systems Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of dietary requirements and experience working with dietary departments or special meal accommodations is a plus Join us as we elevate culinary excellence through innovative leadership! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise can shine. All roles are paid positions that value your skills in creating memorable dining experiences while supporting your professional growth.

Pay:

From $80,168.40 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person