Chef de Cuisine - Playa Vista

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Playa Vista campus is a vibrant hub for creative technology and media companies, fostering innovation and collaboration. Currently, we are actively seeking a skilled and reliable Executive Chef to become an integral part of our dynamic team. As an Executive Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing a high-quality dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

Requirements

• Executive Chef experience or high-level culinary leadership.
• Proficient in culinary techniques, menu development, and food safety.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage diverse culinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in culinary software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during long shifts.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and twisting.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to handle knives, cookware, and kitchen equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Tolerance for exposure to heat, steam, noise, and open flames.
• Ability to navigate tight kitchen spaces and multitask efficiently.
• Visual and sensory acuity to inspect food quality, presentation, and safety.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design menus with cost-efficient, sustainable, and community-focused options.
• Provide culinary direction for high-quality, consistent food.
• Lead kitchen staff, promote collaboration, and ensure excellence.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and minimize waste.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and sanitation guidelines.
• Stay updated on culinary trends to enhance dining experiences.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Eligibility for discounted meal plan at HBCU client locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed