Chef de Cuisine

Brass Bird Coffee • Santa Barbara, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen is seeking a hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead their kitchen at a new Santa Barbara location. This role involves working on the line with the team while also managing ordering, systems, and execution. The company operates a high-volume, quality-driven café that emphasizes seasonal ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and exceptional hospitality. The ideal candidate should take pride in running an efficient kitchen, developing a strong team, and consistently delivering excellent food. Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen is a neighborhood café dedicated to high-quality coffee, fresh seasonal food, and outstanding hospitality, valuing the experience for both guests and staff.

Requirements

• Strong cooking skills and leadership experience
• Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Passion for quality food and team development

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team
• Work service shifts on the line
• Oversee ordering, inventory, and food cost
• Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes
• Build strong systems for prep and execution
• Maintain a clean, organized, efficient kitchen

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health benefits
• 401(k) eligibility
• Growth opportunity within a growing hospitality group

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees