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Patrice and Associates - Recruiting Specialists

$115K/yr

HEAD CHEF - UPSCALE ITALIAN RESTAURANT Burlingame, CA Our client, a highly respected upscale ... Direct all back-of-house operations in partnership with the General Manager * Recruit, hire, train ...

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ES Hospitality

Server: Standard Italian

Boston, MA · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

... restaurant industry professionals alike. Garrett is joined by Beverage Director Jackson Cannon and Culinary Director Brian Rae in the operation of these concepts. About the Position: Standard Italian ...

ES Hospitality

Server: Standard Italian

Boston, MA · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

... restaurant industry professionals alike. Garrett is joined by Beverage Director Jackson Cannon and Culinary Director Brian Rae in the operation of these concepts. About the Position: Standard Italian ...

ES Hospitality

Server: Standard Italian

Boston, MA · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

... restaurant industry professionals alike. Garrett is joined by Beverage Director Jackson Cannon and Culinary Director Brian Rae in the operation of these concepts. About the Position: Standard Italian ...

RPM Italian

Restaurant Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

About US RPM Italian is a modern Italian restaurant showcasing housemade pastas, fresh seafood and ... Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant * Lead pre-shift meetings and ...

RPM Italian

Restaurant Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

About US RPM Italian is a modern Italian restaurant showcasing housemade pastas, fresh seafood and ... Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant * Lead pre-shift meetings and ...

RPM Italian

Restaurant Manager

Washington, DC

$55K - $70K/yr

About US RPM Italian is a modern Italian restaurant showcasing housemade pastas, fresh seafood and ... Run shifts and lead and direct the daily operations of a restaurant * Lead pre-shift meetings and ...

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General Manager | Michelin-Listed Fine Dining Italian

Boulder, CO · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... to direct daily operations. Operating exclusively for dinner service, this 110-seat restaurant featuring 20 bar seats serves scratch-made pasta, an extensive Italian wine selection, and late-night ...

8451 MELROSE EATERY LLC

Dishwasher

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

$19.65 - $22/hr

Located in West Hollywood, Alba LA aspires to be one of the city's best Italian restaurants. Hourly ... Set up the dish room and complete all opening and closing procedures as directed by management.

Enzo's Italian Market & Osteria

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Front of House Team Member

Matthews, NC · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... directing customers, handling transactions, inventory restocking, answering customer questions, and ... Company Description Osteria at Enzo's Italian Market is a lively, upscale Italian restaurant ...

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Olio Italian

Sous Chef

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Olio Italian - an upscale, chic Italian restaurant featuring fresh pasta made daily, sommelier ... Chef De Cuisine. • Direct supervision of the Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers and BOH ...

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How much do director italian restaurants jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director italian restaurants in the United States is $117,480.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Italian Restaurants vs Executive Chef Italian Restaurants?

AspectDirector Italian RestaurantsExecutive Chef Italian Restaurants
Primary FocusOversees overall restaurant operations, staff management, and strategic planningManages kitchen operations, menu creation, and food quality
Required CredentialsManagement experience, hospitality or business degree often preferredCulinary degree or extensive culinary experience
Work EnvironmentOffice and management setting, overseeing multiple departmentsKitchen environment, hands-on food preparation and supervision
Industry UsageCommonly used in large restaurant groups or multi-location operationsStandard in fine dining and restaurant kitchens

The main difference between a Director Italian Restaurants and an Executive Chef Italian Restaurants lies in their focus. The Director handles overall operations and strategic planning, while the Executive Chef concentrates on kitchen management and culinary excellence. Both roles require relevant experience, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Head Chef, Upscale Italian Restaurant

Burlingame, CA • On-site

Patrice and Associates - Recruiting Specialists
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$115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

HEAD CHEF – UPSCALE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Burlingame, CA

Our client, a highly respected upscale Italian restaurant brand with more than 30 years of success, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its culinary operations in Burlingame, CA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader with strong Italian or fine Mediterranean cuisine experience, financial acumen, and a passion for developing successful kitchen teams.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Total compensation up to $115,000

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan

  • Life insurance

  • 50% dining discount

  • Complimentary employee meals

  • Comprehensive training and development

  • Growth opportunities with an established restaurant brand

HEAD CHEF RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Direct all back-of-house operations in partnership with the General Manager

  • Recruit, hire, train, and develop sous chefs and hourly kitchen employees

  • Manage food and labor costs to achieve financial and operational goals

  • Maintain full back-of-house P&L responsibility

  • Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation across all stations

  • Ensure recipes and quality standards are consistently followed

  • Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, invoice processing, and food-cost controls

  • Maintain exceptional kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and workplace safety

  • Build a positive, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture

  • Uphold outstanding food quality and five-star guest-service standards

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years of experience running an upscale, full-service restaurant with full P&L responsibility for the back-of-house
  • 3+ years Italian cuisine experience
  • Knowledge of and ability to use inventory systems, controls and analysis
  • Knowledge of and ability to control labor cost, systems and analysis
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Fluent use of the written and verbal English language
  • Ability to speak Kitchen Spanish or more is a Plus
  • Strong initiative, ability to work on your own and direct others

We can’t wait to hear from you!

EOE – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYE


Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No