An authentic Chinese restaurant located in Palo Alto, California is seeking an Executive Chef.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about innovation, ingredient-driven cuisine, and delivering a refined, personalized guest experience
<Job Overview>
You will serve as an Executive Chef specializing in Chinese cuisine, combining visionary insight with advanced culinary skills.
This role requires a chef who can seamlessly blend traditional Chinese techniques with the creative, curated spirit of fine dining.
<Job Duties>
• Menu Development: Create and evolve a seasonal Chinese menu that highlights regional flavors, premium ingredients, and unique storytelling through food.
• Guest Experience: Curate and execute intimate, multi-course tasting experiences with a deep focus on presentation, pacing, and personalization.
• Team Leadership: Manage, schedule, and mentor the kitchen team, promoting collaboration, precision, and culinary excellence.
• Quality Control: Ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen safety are consistently met.
• Supplier Relations: Source premium ingredients locally and internationally; establish relationships with specialty purveyors and farms.
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing trainings as scheduled.
• Cost Management: Oversee kitchen budgeting, inventory, portioning, and food cost efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with front-of-house, sommelier, and operations team to provide a seamless and elevated dining experience.
• Innovation: Stay current on culinary trends and techniques; bring a modern, artistic touch to traditional Chinese dishes.
<Requirements>
•Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef, preferably in fine dining or at the Michelin-star level.
• Deep knowledge of regional Chinese cuisines (e.g., Cantonese, Sichuan, Shanghainese) and techniques.
• Artistic culinary presentation skills and a refined palate.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese a plus.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
•Valid manager level California Service Safe Food Handler Certification
•Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
【Keywords】
①Executive Chef
②Head Chef
③Chinese Cuisine
| 雇用形態Employment Status | Full Time (Exempt) |
| 募集職種Position | Executive Chef |
| 使用言語Language | English（Chinese is a plus） |
| 勤務時間Working Hours | Variable working hours |
| 給与Salary | $80,000 – $95,000（DOE） |
| 待遇・福利厚生Benefit | Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage) |