Culinary Director

Come build the next generation of restaurant concepts with us!

We are Long Hospitality — a young and hungry (pun intended) food & beverage group taking the Asian culinary world by storm. Our award-winning concepts (Michelin Guide, Bib Gourmand, LA Times 101) blend a trifecta of exceptional food, immersive ambiance, and warm hospitality.

We’re looking for a culinary leader who’s ready to stretch boundaries, build kitchens from the ground up, and create menus that turn heads.

As Culinary Director, you’ll collaborate with ownership and our talented Kitchen and Operations Team to:

• Craft unforgettable menus
• Lead and mentor a growing culinary management team
• Build and define operational systems across multiple concepts

You’ll be instrumental in shaping our culinary program, our culture, and our future.

We’re not here to play small. We’re here to win with you—and for you.

• Competitive pay + bonus potential
• Real growth opportunities (multi-unit expansions + new concepts in the pipeline)
• Creative freedom in R&D, sourcing, and menu development
• Weekly check-ins with a collaborative leadership team
• Transparent financial oversight and planning tools
• No egos, no drama—just respect, teamwork, and hustle
• We take food and service seriously, but never ourselves too seriously

• Passion for food – You live and breathe ingredients (and maybe even whisper to Uni at night)
• Creativity – You R&D like a mad scientist, balancing flavor, presentation, and profitability
• Leadership – You inspire your team, drive energy in the kitchen, and lead with integrity
• Precision – You’re obsessed with consistency and never cut corners
• Humor – Because kitchens should be fun, not just fast
  
  

• Define culinary programs and menus across multiple concepts
• Oversee culinary management and kitchen teams
• Collaborate on strategies to improve service, reduce costs, and increase revenue
• Create dishes that are craveable, consistent, and concept-aligned
• Conduct line checks, lead menu rollouts, and uphold quality standards

• Hire, train, and grow a team of emerging leaders
• Foster a kitchen culture that’s professional, positive, and proactive
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment—both physically and mentally

• Control food and labor costs like a pro
• Work with kitchen management to oversee ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Participate in weekly leadership meetings to help grow the business

• 5+ years of experience in commercial kitchens
• 2+ years in a leadership role at a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant (Michelin experience is a plus!)
• Calm under pressure and thoughtful in managing people
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems
• Strong communication and guest interaction skills
• Reliable, flexible, and all-in on teamwork
• Experience in East Asian cuisine (Chinese/Taiwanese, Korean, Japanese) strongly preferred