Head Chef at Bon Vivant

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Position: Head Chef

Location: Bon Vivant Market & Café 3155 Glendale Blvd

Company Overview: Bon Vivant is a California designer comfort food with French inspiration. We want to be known for our innovative and elevated comfort food dishes. We are seeking a skilled and passionate chef to join our team and build on our continued success in the heart of the Atwater Village.

Responsibilities:

• Design and create menus that reflect our restaurant's vision and brand
• Prepare and execute dishes with precision, creativity, and attention to detail
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during service
• Manage inventory, food costs, and quality control
• Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment that exceeds health department standards
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into our offerings.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. Culinary Expertise:
   
   • Proficient in various cooking techniques and cuisines
2. • Strong knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations
3. • Ability to create exquisite and innovative flavor combinations
5. Business Acumen:
   
   • Demonstrated understanding of cost control, budgeting, and inventory management
6. • Experience optimizing food costs without compromising quality
7. • Ability to contribute to menu pricing decisions
9. Creativity:
   
   • Passion for experimenting with flavors, textures, and presentation
10. • Willingness to push culinary boundaries and introduce unique dishes
11. • Ability to adapt to seasonal ingredients and create innovative specials
13. Palate:
    
    • Refined taste and sensitivity to flavor profiles
14. • Ability to balance flavors and textures harmoniously
15. • Experience with wine pairings and menu development
17. Training and Leadership:
    
    • Proven track record of training and developing kitchen staff
18. • Ability to foster a positive and collaborative work environment
19. • Willingness to share knowledge and mentor junior team members

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of experience as a chef in French & American restaurants
• Manager ServSafe certification
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well under pressure.

If you're a passionate chef with a flair for creativity and a strong business mindset, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today by sending your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for our team.