Job description
Join Terroir & Co., a premium dining concept dedicated to traditional French cuisine with modern flair. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead a kitchen that honors regional techniques and seasonal ingredients.
Responsibilities include crafting seasonal menus, mentoring a culinary team, and delivering impeccable dishes that celebrate Lyonnais heritage while embracing contemporary presentation.
We offer a dynamic, high-end kitchen environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth in a tradition-forward brand.
Responsibility
- Lead kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and on-time service for lunch and dinner shifts.
- Develop seasonal menus that highlight regional ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Train, coach, and manage kitchen staff; schedule cooks and line chefs.
- Oversee food preparation, plating, and presentation to uphold brand standards.
- Maintain HACCP, safety, and sanitation compliance across the kitchen.
- Manage inventory, ordering, and relationships with local suppliers and farms.
- Collaborate with front-of-house to optimize guest experience and accommodate dietary requests.
Qualification
- Minimum 5 years as Head Chef or Sous-Chef in traditional European cuisine, with a strong focus on French regional dishes.
- Proven leadership and team-building experience in a high-volume kitchen.
- Deep knowledge of Lyonnais classics, charcuterie, sauces, and classic stock preparation.
- Fluent in French; professional English is a plus.
- Excellent palate, plating skills, and a passion for terroir-driven menus.
- Strong organizational skills, HACCP certification, and food safety mindset.
- Portfolio or sample menus demonstrating creativity and tradition merge.