Chef de Cuisine: New Concept - Opening Fall 2026
About The Position
Chef de Cuisine (CDC) – Cheeky (Charleston, SC) Cheeky is a high energy seafood restaurant celebrating pristine coastal ingredients, pouring great cocktails and vibrant wines and bubbles, buzzing with lively indoor-outdoor energy, and defined by warm spirited hospitality. Cheeky is looking for a driven and passionate Chef de Cuisine. Elevate your craft in a place where craftmanship, hospitality, and innovation come together. As part of The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), we’re committed to redefining what it means to cook–and lead–with purpose in Charleston.
Requirements
- Culinary management experience in an upscale or fine dining environment.
- Culinary experience in an upscale, fast-paced restaurant.
- Exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a high-volume kitchen.
- A detail-oriented mindset and high standards for food quality and kitchen operations.
- Strong communication and decision-making skills with a passion for team development.
- A commitment to hospitality, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead culinary operations with integrity, creativity, and consistency to support a best-in-class dining experience.
- Foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture through hands-on mentorship, collaboration, and feedback.
- Oversee food quality, kitchen systems, and sanitation standards with unwavering attention to detail.
- Develop, train, and inspire kitchen staff while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Manage scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen labor to meet financial goals and operational needs.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and leadership team to execute strategic business and culinary objectives.
- Uphold safety, cleanliness, and organizational standards across all culinary shifts.
- Stay current with culinary trends and continue evolving our seasonal, progressive menu offerings.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance after 30 days
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) that increases with tenure
- Paid parking
- Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)
- Next-day pay access
- Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)
- Dining discounts
- Gym membership discounts
- Professional work environment
- Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company
- Leadership development and a learning environment
- Quarterly profit-sharing program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
