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Executive Chef
Clark's - Menlo Park
West Menlo Park, CA 94025
Clark's - Menlo Park hiring Executive Chef in West Menlo Park, CA

Clark's - Menlo Park hiring Executive Chef in West Menlo Park, CA

Executive Chef

Clark's - Menlo ParkMore Info

West Menlo Park, CA 94025
Full Time • Salary ($105k - $115k)
Expires: Jul 16, 2025 • Closed: Jul 9, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

About Clark’s Oyster Bar:

Clark’s Oyster Bar, part of MML Hospitality, is now open in Menlo Park, California. Known for our exceptional oysters, martinis, lobster rolls, champagne, and signature dishes, we’re thrilled to bring the Clark’s experience to this vibrant community. Inspired by the 1950s, our design features oak, terracotta, and leather, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With around 100 seats, including a private dining room, we’re proud to be a new neighborhood staple—where locals and visitors alike can enjoy outstanding food, drinks, and service.

We are looking for experienced, savvy, and creative individuals to join our team and help us create vibrant dining experiences for our guests. If you love food and wine and are committed to excellence, we would love to work with you. Submit your resume to express interest today!

What Clark’s Oyster Bar Offers:

  • Salary Range: $105,000-$115,000
  • Bonus Potential
  • Paid Time Off
  • MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
  • Beverage Education Reimbursement
  • Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
  • Community Service Opportunities
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Parental Leave

What You’ll Bring:

  • Passion for Hospitality: A genuine enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and a dedication to providing exceptional service.
  • Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members, guests, and senior management.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading and inspiring teams while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and cost control.
  • Language Proficiency: Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English is required; fluency in Spanish is preferred.
  • Experience: At least three years of progressive management experience in the California restaurant industry, with a preference for boutique or upscale dining establishments.
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Schedule and Hours:

  • Full Time
  • Flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements: 

  • Essential Functions: Must meet the physical demands to perform critical job functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
  • Communication: Regularly required to talk or hear.
  • Manual Dexterity: Use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Mobility: Often required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Environmental Exposure: Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment.
  • Lifting: Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Vision: Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Work Environment: Noise level is usually moderate.

If an offer is accepted for this position, you must undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, and other relevant information. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment. 

MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend for all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and for selection decisions based on job-related factors.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($105,000.00 - $115,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Passion for hospitality

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Communication Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving Skills

Progressive Management Experience in the California Restaurant Industry

Attention to Detail

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or Related Field

Customer Service Orientation

Physical Requirements Such as Manual Dexterity, Mobility, Lifting, and Vision

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Education in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration or Related Field

Time Management Skills

Ability to Work Flexible Shifts Including Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays

Creativity in Menu Development

Physical Requirements: Manual Dexterity, Mobility, Lifting, Vision

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Conflict Resolution skills

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ability to Train and Mentor Staff

Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations

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Part of MML Hospitality

Open since 2012, Clarks Oyster Bar features an extensive raw bar, fresh seafood, and other classic American favorites at multiple locations.