Executive Chef - Bottega Louie

Bottega Louie is a renowned establishment founded in Los Angeles in 2007, specializing in premier landmark restaurants, patisseries, and cafes. The company has set itself apart by deeply connecting with the communities it serves, offering meticulously crafted premium fine dining, patisserie, bakery, and cafe experiences that are both thoughtfully designed and accessible to all. Known for serving the finest quality classic American, Italian, and French cafe and bistro recipes paired with exceptional first-class service, Bottega Louie operates using advanced management systems and tools to ensure the consistent delivery of thousands of premium guest experiences on a daily basis.

At Bottega Louie, the team is considered its greatest strength and the largest contributor to the company’s success. The company places a strong emphasis on teamwork, mutual respect, and connecting with others to create a cooperative work environment. They encourage professional growth and satisfaction among their team members and strive to develop a world-class employee experience alongside an exceptional company culture. This philosophy ensures that every guest receives superior service and the highest quality food.

The role for which Bottega Louie is hiring is that of a Chef, a critical position in maintaining the high standards and culinary excellence the company is known for. This role requires a full-time professional available to work 40 hours per week, capable of lifting up to 35 pounds and standing or moving for extended periods. The Chef will be responsible for training and coaching the culinary team to ensure recipe adherence, teaching proper cooking techniques, and guaranteeing that all dishes meet the Bottega Louie recipe specifications. Maintaining culinary equipment and cleanliness standards is also paramount in this role, alongside adherence to sanitation protocols.

Collaborative leadership is essential, as the Chef will need to work supportively with other restaurant leadership to drive financial success and uphold the brand’s standard of excellence. Maintaining both personal and team professional appearance and grooming standards is required. The role involves developing strong systems and standards to ensure each dish is executed perfectly for every guest while operating with maximum efficiency.

Creating a positive work environment through thoughtful, professional, and strategic communication is vital to this role. The Chef will manage key performance indicators and establish career paths for culinary team members to promote professional growth within the company. Bottega Louie offers a competitive compensation range of $100,000 to $140,000, with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, and dining comps.

Bottega Louie is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. Applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences are encouraged to apply. This role is ideal for culinary professionals who thrive in a team-oriented environment, are dedicated to excellence, and are passionate about delivering premium guest experiences.