334 Santana Row, San Jose, CA

Executive Chef

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334 Santana Row, San Jose, CA

Full Time • Salary ($105k - $115k)

Expired: Jan 9, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details

About LB Steak A casual elegant American steakhouse featuring a large meat locker display in the entry, custom built wine cabinets to showcase the all world selections, and accordion doors that allow the entire front of the restaurant to open onto the main thorough fair for great people watching. We specialize in hand-cut, perfectly prepared Prime Angus Steaks and offer imported, rare, and exclusive A5 Japanese Wagyu selections, all aged and hand-cut in our butcher shop.

We’re seeking an Executive Chef to lead this restaurant to new heights. If you’re a bilingual (English/Spanish) culinary leader who thrives on innovation, operational discipline, and team building - this is your opportunity to shape a concept with real growth potential.

We’re Looking for a Chef Who Can:

Elevate the menu execution to new heights with a refined, modern culinary experience that defines LB Steak’s next chapter.
Lead kitchen operations with a balance of hands-on leadership and system-minded thinking.
Build a strong, stable, and skilled BOH team that takes pride in every dish.
Partner cross-functionally with FOH, operations, and ownership to build a high-performing culture and consistent guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Kitchen Team Recruit, train, and inspire a motivated, cohesive team. Set the tone for professionalism, accountability, and pride. Lead daily preps, service, and kitchen meetings.
Redefine Culinary Identity Team on a full menu evolution, drawing from fresh California ingredients, and modern techniques. Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment with brand goals.
Implement Systems and Standards Create and maintain BOH systems: prep sheets, recipe cards, portion controls, inventory management, cleaning schedules, and daily logs.
Manage Food & Labor Performance Own food cost, labor efficiency, and vendor relationships. Analyze reports, address variances, and ensure margins align with financial targets.
Maintain Operational Excellence Ensure food safety, cleanliness, kitchen organization, and health code compliance. Lead by example and coach for daily excellence.
Be a Strategic Partner Partner with the GM, and restaurant leadership to align culinary direction with business goals - driving innovation, consistency, and growth.

What You Bring:

5-8+ years of progressive kitchen leadership, with recent experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine.
Background in high-volume, chef-driven restaurants—ideally with fine dining and steak houses
Track record of building strong teams and coaching for performance.
Fluent in English and Spanish, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Hands-on, organized, and detail-oriented, with a commitment to quality and consistency.
Culinary degree or equivalent training is a plus.

What to Expect:

Full-time, exempt position with flexible availability (evenings, weekends, holidays).
On-site leadership presence required - this is a kitchen-first role.
Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Compensation & Growth This full-time, exempt role offers a competitive salary range of $105,000–$115,000, along with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a key leadership opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a flagship concept within the Vine Hospitality group.

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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

Culinary Innovation

Menu Development

Strong Leadership

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Financial Acumen

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LB Steak - Santana Row

Steakhouse, Burgers

Upscale Casual, Fine Dining, Wine Bar

Part of Vine Hospitality

LB Steak is a modern American steakhouse, led by Chef-Owner Roland Passot, serving naturally raised and organic meats, organic seasonal produce and sustainable seafood.

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