Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,000.00 - $65,000.00
Benefits
competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee meal discounts
Retirement plan options
supportive team culture
Job Description
Sueno is Dayton's first contemporary Mexican restaurant and bar, a distinguished establishment brought to life by The Idea Collective and the renowned James Beard nominated and finalist Chef Jorge Guzman. As one of the newest additions to Dayton's vibrant culinary scene, Sueno offers an innovative dining experience that embraces the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine while injecting a modern and creative twist. The restaurant emphasizes scratch-made masa from imported heirloom corn from Oaxaca, prepared in-house, and features a striking open kitchen where wood-fired proteins and produce take center stage at an impressive 8-foot centralized hearth. This unique approach highlights Sueno's... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional culinary experience
- previous leadership role in a high-volume kitchen
- ability to manage and inspire a large kitchen team
- strong understanding of menu development and kitchen workflow
- excellent organizational skills and punctuality
- maturity and professionalism in stressful situations
- effective communication and collaboration skills
- commitment to high standards of hospitality and culinary excellence
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as an executive chef or chef de cuisine
- strong leadership and team management skills
- thorough knowledge of kitchen operations and systems
- excellent culinary techniques and flavor profiling
- ability to mentor and develop kitchen staff
- strong organizational and communication skills
- creative and problem-solving mindset
- familiarity with financial management in a kitchen setting
- willingness to work full-time in a fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Manage a team of 15 plus cooks and 2-3 management-level sous chefs
- oversee kitchen systems including inventory, prep lists, scheduling, and ordering
- bring creativity and innovative ideas to the menu and kitchen processes
- solve problems with creative solutions to everyday challenges
- demonstrate strong cooking skills and deep understanding of flavors and techniques
- mentor kitchen staff and foster a positive team environment
- take ownership of the kitchen's financial performance and maintain cost controls
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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