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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The restaurant is an elevated cocktail bar and tavern located near Oracle Park in San Francisco. This establishment is dedicated to offering approachable, craveable food and beverages with serious intention. It is a bar-forward concept where both the kitchen and the drinks play equally important roles in creating a memorable guest experience. The focus is on elevated tavern fare that highlights seasonal ingredients and pairs perfectly with craft cocktails, along with a carefully curated selection of wines, beers, and spirits. While guests come primarily for the drinks, they stay because of the quality and creativity of the food. The kitchen... Show More
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of professional kitchen experience with 2+ years in lead or sous chef role
- Proven experience with new restaurant openings or launching culinary concepts
- Experience with bar/tavern cuisine or gastropub concepts
- Proficiency in grilling, spit-roasting, wood-fire cooking techniques
- Ability to develop and cost small plates or bar-focused menus
- Strong leadership and team mentoring skills
- Knowledge of food safety and health compliance standards
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or sous chef role
- Proven experience opening and launching a new restaurant or significant culinary concept
- Proven experience with elevated bar/tavern cuisine or gastropub concepts
- Proficiency in a range of cooking techniques including grilling, spit-roasting, wood-fire cooking, and more
- Experience developing and costing small plates, tapas, or bar-focused menus
- Banquet and catering experience is highly valued
- Strong understanding of food and beverage pairing principles
- Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and inspire kitchen staff
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
Job Duties
- Develop and execute an elevated small plates/bar food menu that complements and enhances our beverage program
- Partner with ownership to establish culinary vision, kitchen systems, and operational standards for a new restaurant opening
- Lead daily kitchen operations, maintaining consistency, speed, and quality during all service periods
- Oversee food preparation, cooking techniques (including wood-fired and spit-roasted preparations), plating, and presentation
- Build and mentor a cohesive kitchen team from the ground up, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
- Manage inventory, food costs, ordering, and vendor relationships to support profitability while maintaining ingredient quality
- Collaborate with the beverage program to create food and drink pairings that elevate the guest experience
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and health compliance
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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