Company Overview:

Surrounded by breathtaking views by day and illuminated by dazzling lanterns at night, “Light on the Hill” is THE restaurant and special event venue of the San Gabriel Valley and SoCal. And after a major multi-million dollar renovation, it will be the premier dining destination for locals, celebrities and tourists alike.

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate is a seasoned chef with a background in high-volume, upscale dining and private events/banquets. You will run an efficient kitchen by consistently looking to improve the menu, producing quality food, manage budget expectations, and work closely with restaurant managers in the overall food and beverage operations of the restaurant.

Pay: $100000 - $130000 / Year

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation + bonus potential
• Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, child care, meal delivery, student loans & more!
• Comprehensive health insurance plans that include substantial medical, dental and vision options
• 401k with annual employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Variety of supplemental benefit plans
• Health Savings Account
• Monthly dining reward dollars to use at various company locations
• Paid vacation
• Paid/floating holidays
• Bereavement Pay
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Employee Referral Program with payouts up to $4,000 each for qualifying management positions

Experience:

• Proven working experience as a head chef, minimum 3 years
• Culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards
• Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs
• Supervise kitchen staff’s activities
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Recruit and manage kitchen staff
• Rectify arising problems or complaints
• Give prepared plates the “final touch”
• Perform administrative duties
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Keep time and payroll records
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Skills

• Excellent record of kitchen management
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Communication and leadership skills
• Keep up with cooking trends and best practices
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)

Luminarias is hiring individuals that believe in the mission of delivering a 5-star experience to our fellow team members, guests, partners and community. Join us in this high energy and naturally fast-paced environment where you are an essential piece to providing the most memorable and flawless event experience of its kind.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.

Experience

• 3 year(s): Executive Chef

Skills

• Leadership
• Back of House Management
• Cooking