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Chef/Head Chef - gair - New York

Chef & Cook

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Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Chef/Head Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate our dining experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, manage kitchen operations, and inspire a team dedicated to excellence. As the culinary leader, you will oversee food preparation, menu planning, and ensure the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. Your energetic leadership will drive innovation, efficiency, and exceptional service in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment.
Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise all kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and motivated team environment.
  • Oversee food production processes, ensuring dishes meet quality standards and presentation expectations.
  • Plan menus that balance creativity with customer preferences, dietary requirements, and cost considerations.
  • Manage inventory control and procurement to optimize food costs while maintaining freshness and quality.
  • Implement and uphold food safety sanitizing procedures, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Coordinate catering events and banquet services, delivering memorable culinary experiences for large groups.
  • Oversee shift management, ensuring smooth operations during busy service hours and effective staff scheduling.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in dining establishments with strong culinary skills and leadership capabilities.
  • Extensive background in food handling, food preparation, and kitchen management within the food industry.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience managing teams in a fast-paced restaurant or hospitality setting.
  • Knowledge of dietary department practices, catering operations, and banquet experience is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with inventory management, food ordering and vendor purchasing, cost control strategies, and food safety and sanitizing procedures.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills coupled with a passion for hospitality and serving guests with professionalism.

Join us if you’re ready to lead a vibrant culinary team where your creativity meets operational excellence! We’re committed to providing a paid opportunity that recognizes your skills while offering an inspiring environment to grow your career in the food industry.

  • Experience
    Required
  • Employment
    Full-time

pin icon41 Washington Street, Dumbo, Brooklyn, 11201, New York

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Restaurant, Bar • 11-50 Employees

Hiring on JOB TODAY since July, 2026

rooted in dumbo’s architectural spirit, gair bridges design and dining - a place where simplicity, creativity and intention define the experience

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