Bahr Restaurant Group

Cory Bahr Restaurant Group is based in Monroe, Louisiana and operates Parish Restaurant & Bar and Kōkō, a Japanese / Louisiana concept opening in 2026. The group is focused on building disciplined, high-performing restaurants that prioritize product quality, consistency, and genuine hospitality.
Chef Cory Bahr is a nationally recognized chef with deep roots in North Louisiana. He is a 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: South, one of the industry’s highest honors, recognizing top chefs across the region. Earlier in his career, he was named Food & Wine’s People’s Best New Chef, winning the national title among chefs across the country. His work has been featured in national publications and culinary events, and he continues to represent Louisiana as part of select groups of chefs chosen to showcase the state’s cuisine on a broader stage. While the recognition is significant, the focus of the group remains on daily execution, team development, and maintaining a consistent standard in every service.
Parish Restaurant & Bar reflects a refined approach to Southern cuisine. Elevated home cooking, strong sourcing relationships, and a menu built around seasonality and technique. It is a neighborhood restaurant with a serious standard behind it.
Kōkō expands that vision, combining Japanese technique and structure with Louisiana ingredients. The concept is detail-driven, with an emphasis on precision, balance, and a cohesive guest experience across food and beverage.
This is a small, hands-on group. Expectations are clear: consistency, accountability, and professionalism. We are intentional about who we hire and how we train.

What We Value
- Consistency in execution
- Strong product knowledge
- Accountability to the team
- Professionalism on the floor

What You Can Expect
Structured training, clear standards, and the opportunity to develop within a growing restaurant group. This is an environment for people who take their work seriously, love food, and want to improve.
If you’re looking for a role where expectations are high and performance matters, we encourage you to apply.