Chef de Cuisine

Lingo is Michelin recognized Japanese American restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn looking for a dedicated and experienced Full Time Chef de Cuisine to join our team!

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for overseeing the culinary operations, leading the kitchen team and ensuring the delivery of exceptional food quality and presentation. The Chef de Cuisine will work closely with General Manager to ensure efficient operation and the satisfaction of guests.

We offer a full suite of benefits, including partially subsidized medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) program, commuter benefits, dining discounts and rewards, and vested paid time off.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years working in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. 

• 2 years of experience as an Executive Chef or other senior-level kitchen leadership position.  Experience and familiarity with Japanese ingredients is a major plus.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• In-depth management experience and strong financial understanding, including proven strategies to positively affect a restaurant’s financial health.

• Ability to identify problems and be solution-oriented regarding culinary and general restaurant operations.

• Must have open availability including evenings, weekends, and certain holidays.

Responsibilities & Duties: 

• Menu Development: Create and design seasonal Japanese inspired menus, ensuring variety, quality, and adherence to dietary restrictions.  

• Team Leadership: Coordinate all training for back-of-house staff and fostering professional development for employees.

• Quality Control: Oversee all kitchen operations including food preparation, presentation, quality control. 

• Budget Management: Manage food costs, inventory, vendor relationships, purchasing. 

• Food Safety: Maintain food-safety, sanitation, hygiene standards.

• Teamwork: Working with front of house / management to ensure guest experience, consistency, and promote our unique style of Japanese American cuisine

• Operations: Complete general administrative tasks including opening and closing duties, maintaining restaurant facilities, kitchen supplies, and BOH.

• Support: Provide consistent coaching and support for all hourly BOH employees and possess the ability to fill into any BOH hourly position.