Job description
Join a world-class culinary team at Aurora Culinary Collective as an Executive Chef in New York, NY. We craft refined, seasonal menus for our modern dining concept and delight discerning guests with ingredient-driven dishes.
As a leader in our kitchen, you will mentor and develop a diverse culinary team while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and guest experience. This role offers creative autonomy, collaboration with a seasoned hospitality group, and the opportunity to influence a premium brand.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear paths for growth within a premium hospitality brand. If you have a passion for culinary innovation and guest experience, apply today.
Responsibility
- Lead and manage daily kitchen operations across all services, ensuring top-tier quality and consistency.
- Develop seasonal menus, maintain recipe books, and control kitchen costs without compromising flavor.
- Recruit, train, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and apprentices; oversee performance and scheduling.
- Oversee food safety, sanitation programs, HACCP compliance, and allergen management.
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure exceptional plating, portion control, and guest satisfaction.
- Monitor inventory, order ingredients, and manage supplier relationships to optimize freshness and cost.
- Maintain equipment upkeep, safety protocols, and kitchen maintenance schedules.
Qualification
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive leadership in professional kitchens, with a proven track record as Executive or Head Chef.
- Formal culinary training or degree from an accredited institution.
- Expertise in contemporary and seasonal cuisine, with strong tasting and plating skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop culinary talent across diverse teams.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards; certified culinarian or similar certification is a plus.
- Excellent communication, creativity, and problem-solving abilities; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus; strong computer literacy for inventory systems.