Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Monthly dining stipend
performance-based incentives
opportunities for professional growth
Comprehensive benefits package
Job Description
Noble Food & Pursuits is a distinguished hospitality group that believes craftsmanship and hospitality are inseparable. It operates a collection of culinary establishments, each dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences grounded in quality, technique, and a passion for genuine hospitality. Rooster's Wood-Fired Kitchen, one of the group's unique concepts, centers around an open hearth kitchen where wood-fired cooking is both an art and a means of celebrating seasonal ingredients at their peak. This restaurant embraces simplicity, precision, and attention to detail to offer guests a warm and balanced dining experience that honors the best ingredients and techniques.Situated in SouthPark, Rooster's... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior culinary leadership position
- Extensive experience with wood-fired kitchen operations
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to mentor and develop staff effectively
- Proven track record of managing food and labor costs
- Must be able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Effective communication skills
- Physical stamina to handle the demands of a fast-paced kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as an executive chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume kitchen
- Strong culinary skills with expertise in wood-fired cooking techniques
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a culinary team
- Experience in menu development, particularly with seasonal and ingredient-driven cuisine
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
- Familiarity with financial management including budgeting and cost control
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with different teams and stakeholders
- Passion for craftsmanship and hospitality
- Commitment to sustainability and community engagement
Job Duties
- Provide clear direction and organization for all kitchen operations while fostering communication, consistency, and teamwork
- Collaborate daily with Field Pea Catering, Copain Bakery, and the Private Dining Team to maintain alignment and uphold shared standards of quality and service
- Develop and mentor a talented team of Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, and Porters
- Promote craftsmanship, communication, and respect while driving teamwork, pride, and continuous growth
- Lead by example through actions that embody the Noble Food & Pursuits culture
- Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring precision, consistency, and flow from prep through service
- Maintain an active presence on the line, manning the pass during service to guide execution, uphold standards, and support the team through every plate
- Lead menu development and seasonal features that reflect ingredient integrity, wood-fired technique, and Rooster's philosophy of simplicity and restraint
- Adapt menus as ingredients shift with the seasons, celebrating the best available products
- Collaborate with existing farmers and local vendors while building new partnerships that strengthen the restaurant's commitment to quality, sustainability, and community
- Refine kitchen systems and standards that promote efficiency, communication, and creativity across all shifts and departments
- Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and implement strategies that strengthen food and labor cost control
- Maintain accurate forecasting and inventory management to support consistency and efficiency
- Ensure resources are used responsibly, protecting company assets and maintaining equipment reliability
- Work closely with the executive leadership team and attend financial performance meetings to review periods, align goals, and identify opportunities for improvement
- Attend weekly Executive Chef meetings to share best practices, review product sourcing and staffing levels, discuss business updates, and stay current with changes in the industry
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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