Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00
Benefits
competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Aba is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, renowned for its unique culinary approach and exceptional dining experience. Located on South Congress at Music Lane in Austin, Texas, with additional locations in Chicago, Illinois, and Nashville, Tennessee, Aba offers a vibrant and innovative menu curated by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. The restaurant focuses on a modern interpretation of Mediterranean cuisine, blending traditional flavors with contemporary techniques that reflect California's diverse food culture. Aba's beverage program complements its culinary offerings with an impressive selection of spirits and rare wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, enhancing the overall dining experience. The name "Aba," meaning "father" in Hebrew, signifies the restaurant's commitment to family-inspired recipes and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that invites guests to enjoy a unique and memorable meal in a sophisticated setting.
Aba Austin is currently hiring a Chef de Cuisine to lead its kitchen operations and elevate the culinary standards of the restaurant. As part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, a culinary-driven restaurant company with more than 130 locations, Aba offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and a Culture of Caring. The Chef de Cuisine plays a pivotal role in managing the back-of-house operations, ensuring kitchen efficiency, quality control, and team development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 per year along with an attractive benefits package.
The role demands strong leadership skills and a minimum of two years of chef experience. The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, managing inventory and supply orders, leading kitchen staff, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety. They will work closely with the General Manager and management team to drive operational excellence while fostering a positive and team-oriented work environment. The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, handle challenges with professionalism, and contribute to ongoing menu innovation and improvements. As a vital member of the management team, the Chef de Cuisine will also participate in hiring, training, and mentoring kitchen employees, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
By joining Aba Austin, candidates will be part of a dynamic and creative restaurant culture that values innovation, diversity, and culinary excellence. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants supports its team members with career-long training, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive employee benefits program. Those seeking to enhance their culinary career while working in a supportive and engaging environment are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. Aba Austin is committed to equal employment opportunities and participates in E-Verify, ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process for all applicants.
Aba Austin is currently hiring a Chef de Cuisine to lead its kitchen operations and elevate the culinary standards of the restaurant. As part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, a culinary-driven restaurant company with more than 130 locations, Aba offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and a Culture of Caring. The Chef de Cuisine plays a pivotal role in managing the back-of-house operations, ensuring kitchen efficiency, quality control, and team development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 per year along with an attractive benefits package.
The role demands strong leadership skills and a minimum of two years of chef experience. The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, managing inventory and supply orders, leading kitchen staff, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety. They will work closely with the General Manager and management team to drive operational excellence while fostering a positive and team-oriented work environment. The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, handle challenges with professionalism, and contribute to ongoing menu innovation and improvements. As a vital member of the management team, the Chef de Cuisine will also participate in hiring, training, and mentoring kitchen employees, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
By joining Aba Austin, candidates will be part of a dynamic and creative restaurant culture that values innovation, diversity, and culinary excellence. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants supports its team members with career-long training, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive employee benefits program. Those seeking to enhance their culinary career while working in a supportive and engaging environment are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity. Aba Austin is committed to equal employment opportunities and participates in E-Verify, ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process for all applicants.
Job Requirements
- minimum 2 years of chef experience
- strong leadership skills
- ability to manage food orders, inventory and supply ordering
- experience with supervising kitchen staff
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends
- physical ability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
- commitment to fostering a positive team environment
Job Qualifications
- 4+ years of Chef de Cuisine experience in a full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and develop teams
- skilled in managing BOH systems
Job Duties
- Lead the opening shift process as well as including food orders, inventory and price updates
- receiving and storage
- overseeing inspections
- and leading and managing menu changes
- Lead, direct and ensure effective and efficient BOH operations including but not limited to food prep and cooking, ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies, and supervise the kitchen employees
- Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
- Track and control food cost, and purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
- Partner with General Manager (GM) and/or designated managers/chefs to create prep lists throughout the day
- and assign production duties to BOH staff
- Perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
- Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
- Ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
- Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
- Model and promote teamwork across all teams
- Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
- Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
- Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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