Executive Chef Assistant

Vi is a distinguished company widely recognized as a Great Place to Work and has earned a prestigious spot on Glassdoor's list of 100 Best Companies to Work For. Known for its dedication to creating an enriching and supportive work environment, Vi fosters growth and development opportunities that empower employees to excel in their careers. The organization's commitment to exceptional standards and innovative approaches in its field has made it a leader in workplace culture and employee satisfaction.

Vi at Palo Alto is located at 620 Sand Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304, and offers a luxury work environment, making it an appealing location for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers. The company's focus on holistic employee benefits includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, generous paid time off starting from day one, 401k with company match, paid maternity and paternity benefits, award-winning training and development programs, and tuition reimbursement that encourages continuous education and skill enhancement. These advantages reflect Vi’s commitment to supporting its team members both professionally and personally.

The role of Executive Chef Assistant at Vi presents a fantastic opportunity for a talented culinary professional to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive setting. This position involves working closely with the Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring that high standards of food quality and presentation are consistently met. The Executive Chef Assistant will take a leadership role in supervising line cooks and kitchen attendants, maintaining smooth workflow, and upholding the highest standards of food safety and sanitation.

Candidates for this role can expect to engage in a variety of culinary tasks that require advanced cooking skills, including expertise in garde manger, baking, sauces, and preparation and presentation of both hot and cold dishes. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of five years of experience in high-end restaurants, clubs, hotels, or senior living establishments, demonstrating a strong background in kitchen supervision and employee training. Familiarity with Point of Sale (POS) systems and an understanding of food ordering processes — including produce, dairy, meat, and fish — alongside controlling food and labor costs, are essential skills that will contribute to success in this position.

This role is perfect for those who have a professional and process-oriented approach alongside excellent communication and team-building skills, essential to fostering an efficient and motivated kitchen team. While a high school diploma or GED is preferred, a Culinary Arts Degree is considered advantageous. The position requires current state health and sanitation certification, and for applicable roles, a valid driver’s license is necessary. Additionally, candidates are expected to have current CPR and First Aid certifications or be willing and able to obtain them.

The pay range for the Executive Chef Assistant role is competitive, falling between USD $99,355.05 and USD $124,209.77 annually, reflecting the importance and responsibility of this leadership position within Vi’s culinary team. The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting, encouraging timely submissions from qualified and motivated culinary professionals looking to take their career to the next level at an award-winning company committed to excellence and employee well-being.