Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Monthly dining stipend
performance-based incentives
opportunities for professional growth
Comprehensive benefits package
Job Description
Rooster's Wood-Fired Kitchen is a distinguished part of Noble Food & Pursuits, a company celebrated for its dedication to exceptional craftsmanship and heartfelt hospitality. This establishment embodies these principles by centering its culinary experience around an open hearth where wood-fired cooking techniques blend with honest preparation to showcase the finest seasonal ingredients. Rooster's approach values simplicity and precision, creating a dining atmosphere marked by warmth, balance, and meticulous attention to detail. This restaurant is not just a place to eat but a space where guests can fully immerse themselves in a culinary journey that honors tradition and innovation alike.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related field preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior culinary leadership role
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop culinary teams effectively
- Proficiency with wood-fired cooking and ingredient-driven menu development
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Commitment to upholding high standards of food safety and sanitation
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as an executive chef or similar leadership role in a high-quality culinary environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Expertise in wood-fired cooking techniques and seasonal ingredient utilization
- Ability to develop innovative menus that balance simplicity and creativity
- Experience with financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Knowledge of kitchen operations, safety standards, and equipment maintenance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
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
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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