Chef de Cuisine Award Winning Group Mystic, CT

Job Description

An award-winning, fast-growing hospitality brand rooted in the heart of Mystic, CT is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for their locally sourced, scratch-made comfort food restaurant that is a destination for both locals and visitors seeking exceptional dining experiences. This Chef de Cuisine will lead the culinary team and drive our kitchens creativity, execution, and excellence.

The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for leading all culinary operations, including daily kitchen management, menu development, butchering, and mentorship of a 30-person back-of-house team. This is a key leadership role requiring strong culinary skills, business acumen, and a passion for sourcing locally and sustainably. Youll work closely with ownership to maintain our reputation for exceptional food while helping scale operations for continued growth.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent execution of high-quality, from-scratch comfort food

Develop seasonal menus and specials that reflect local sourcing and align with the brands culinary vision

Oversee and participate in in-house butchering, ensuring proper technique, yield, and product quality

Recruit, train, and mentor a culinary team of 30, fostering a positive, growth-oriented culture

Manage food and labor costs, inventory, and ordering with a focus on efficiency and minimizing waste

Partner with local farms, fisheries, and purveyors to source the best seasonal ingredients

Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are strictly followed

Collaborate with ownership on strategic planning, events, and new culinary initiatives

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in a leadership role (Sous Chef, CDC, or Executive Chef) in high-volume, scratch kitchens

Strong knowledge of butchering techniques and whole animal utilization

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a large culinary team

Experience managing food and labor costs in kitchens generating $5M+ in revenue

Deep understanding of local sourcing and seasonal menu development

Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Passion for hospitality, leadership, and continued personal and team growth

Benefits:

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Health insurance

Paid time off

Growth potential within an expanding hospitality brand

Creative input in menu

Full-time