Location: San Diego, CA (San Diego County)
Salary: $80,000–$110,000 + Bonus potential
Benefits: Relocation assistance, M/D/V, PTO, 401(k) match, Complimentary meals, Employee discounts, Brand perks, Bonus potential
Award-winning fine-dining restaurant seeks Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen towards 2 Michelin Stars.
Qualifications:- 3+ years Michelin-starred fine-dining leadership (Chef de Cuisine/Sous); 2-3 Star experience preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and organization with a quality-first, hospitality mindset
- Mexican cuisine experience strongly preferred; other Latin/Latin American cuisine experience acceptable
Responsibilities:- Lead daily kitchen operations to ensure exceptional execution, consistency, and food safety standards
- Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development, technique refinement, and culinary direction
- Manage scheduling, training, coaching, performance, and hiring while supporting a high-performing kitchen culture
- Oversee ordering, production, and cost controls while maintaining station readiness and service standards