Head Culinary Specialist

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States Cookshop Full time
Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Chef De Cuisine to oversee our culinary operations at Cookshop.

Cookshop is a vibrant urban eatery that thrives on its dedication to seasonal ingredients and regional farming. Our menu highlights the freshest local produce, and our wine selection is updated weekly to provide guests with new and exciting options.

We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner from Monday to Friday, and our weekends feature one of NYC's premier brunch experiences.

As part of The Bowery Group, which includes beloved establishments such as Shukette, Rosie's, Shuka, and Vic's, Cookshop is proud to have received numerous accolades, including recognition from the James Beard Foundation and features in prominent publications.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Bring extensive knowledge and expertise in butchering, stock preparation, and a comprehensive understanding of various ingredients.
  • Engage in weekly discussions with the Culinary Director to assess operations, objectives, and strategic planning.
  • Participate in monthly financial performance evaluations with Group leadership.
  • Oversee kitchen operations, manage inventory, and coordinate staff schedules using our HR platform.
  • Maintain a strong grasp of budgetary control principles.
  • Achieve all food and labor cost targets.
  • Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency standards are upheld during service.
  • Facilitate service flow and train kitchen and expo staff to handle busy service periods effectively.
  • Communicate clearly with kitchen staff, front-of-house personnel, and Group leadership.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to kitchen and restaurant personnel.
  • Demonstrate punctuality, focus, dedication, and adaptability to meet the restaurant's needs.
  • Adopt a proactive approach to problem-solving and management.
  • Create and maintain prep lists; manage orders and vendor relationships.
  • Uphold food safety standards to ensure the kitchen remains in excellent condition.
  • Maintain back-of-house facilities and proactively address equipment issues to optimize kitchen efficiency.
  • Train line and prep cooks and orient new team members.
  • Exhibit a commitment to prioritizing the responsibilities of this role.
Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off
  • Transit Benefits
  • Dining Discounts
  • Shared Medical Plan
  • Soul Cycle Classes

This position requires availability for daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.

Cookshop is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment of any kind.



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