Executive Kitchen Director

3 days ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Mina Group Full time
Culinary Leadership Opportunity: Mina Group is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to join our Restaurant Excellence Team. This leadership role provides a unique opportunity to develop your skills and take on a full-time position at one of our outlets within 12-18 months from your hire date. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for leading all culinary operations, developing seasonal menus and specials, and supervising and coordinating the planning, training, and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all culinary operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the kitchen staff
  • Develop seasonal menus and specials that meet the highest standards of quality and presentation
  • Supervise and coordinate the planning, training, and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation

Requirements:
  • At least 6 years' experience in a fine dining high volume kitchen, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of kitchen fundamentals, including knife skills, butchery, sauces, fabrication, and all kitchen stations
  • Strong financial acumen and ability to analyze data
  • A strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
  • Desire to teach and mentor both your staff and culinary interns
  • Working knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols, HR practices and labor laws
  • Frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
  • Spanish language skills a plus


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