Experience Center Chef - Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Competitive employer HSA contribution

Pet perks

Paid Vacation and Time Off

Parental leave

wellness initiatives

Leadership and career development programs

Exclusive employee discounts on all Fisher & Paykel products

Role-specific company bonus

Job Description

Fisher & Paykel is a renowned company specializing in premium kitchen and laundry appliances, dedicated to enhancing the heart of the home with innovative and beautifully designed products. As a premium appliance brand, they focus on blending superior performance, elegant design, and user-friendly technology to create experiences that delight customers and elevate everyday living. Established with a commitment to quality and innovation, Fisher & Paykel continues to lead the market with products that are both functional and aesthetically appealing, known for their reliability and distinctive features.

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Job Requirements

Minimum 5 years of professional culinary experience in a premium or fine dining environment
mandatory food safety certification
mandatory food handling certification
culinary or food technology qualification preferred
ability to deliver engaging culinary demonstrations and immersive storytelling
strong leadership skills to act as Experience Center lead in absence of the Center Manager
excellent knowledge of premium appliance and luxury kitchen markets
capability to manage food sourcing and supplier relationships within budget
compliance with food safety and occupational health and safety regulations

Job Qualifications

Minimum 5 years as a chef in a premium or fine dining environment
experience in food demonstrations, brand engagement, or as a cooking specialist/home economist is a plus
food safety certification (mandatory)
food handling certification (mandatory)
culinary or food technology qualification preferred

Job Duties

Deliver a best-in-class Fisher & Paykel experience to all visitors through immersive storytelling, in-depth product knowledge, and culinary engagement
support center-based programs and activations, ensuring events are executed to a premium standard and aligned with key deadlines
understand the premium appliance market, including adjacent categories such as luxury kitchen design, gourmet food, and wine
plan and lead high-quality culinary demonstrations that clearly highlight product features and benefits in an engaging, educational format
collaborate with the EC Manager to develop recipes and menus tailored to guest feedback, seasonal trends, and product innovation
ensure food quality, presentation, and kitchen cleanliness meet Fisher & Paykel's elevated standards
build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent, high-quality ingredient availability
support and guide kitchen support staff and act as a collaborative team member within the Center
develop and manage food sourcing processes that align with budget expectations
on occasion, deliver in-store cooking experiences with key retail partners to elevate brand awareness and product advocacy
comply with all relevant food safety and occupational health & safety regulations
maintain readiness for audits or authority visits at all times
collaborate closely with the EC Manager and wider team to deliver the Center's strategic objectives
act as the Experience Center leader when rostered or during EC Manager absences, ensuring continuity of operations and visitor experience
identify staffing needs (e.g., casual kitchen hands, cooking specialists) and communicate proactively to the EC Manager
ensure all service, communication, and presentation standards are consistent with Fisher & Paykel's premium brand positioning
ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and emergency procedures
uphold security and company policy standards
maintain all kitchen equipment in optimal condition, ensuring cleanliness and functionality in line with safety regulations
support implementation of best practices to minimize incidents and maintain a safe working environment
assign appropriate food safety and H&S responsibilities to relevant support team members
ensure timely and accurate reporting of operational metrics and activity outcomes to stakeholders

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