Chef de Cuisine
Job Description
Chef de Cuisine
Location: Charleston, SCCompensation: $85,000 base salary + 20% bonus potential
Benefits: PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability plans, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, career growth opportunities, and hospitality discounts
I am hiring on behalf of a highly regarded upscale restaurant in Charleston for a Chef de Cuisine to lead kitchen operations, banquet production, and support additional culinary outlets within the property.
This role is responsible for seasonal menu development, maintaining high food quality standards, managing inventory and labor costs, and leading a culinary brigade including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and stewards. The Chef de Cuisine will also oversee training, food safety compliance, and day-to-day execution in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in a senior kitchen leadership role, strong scratch-cooking ability, excellent team leadership skills, and experience in top-tier restaurant or hotel environments. A hands-on leadership style, strong organizational ability, and passion for guest experience are essential
