Culinary Director

One of Los Angeles’ leading hospitality groups is seeking a Culinary Director! This role calls for a strong culinary foundation, with Michelin or James Beard experience, to support existing concepts, new openings, and expansion plans. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and the ability to connect with diverse groups.

**Of note, while based in Los Angeles, this role requires the ability to travel 1-2 times a quarter.**

Culinary Director Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with leadership, clientele, and all team members
• Travel as needed for new openings, and events
• Lead new restaurant openings from concept development through execution
• Menu engineering in collaboration with senior leadership 
• Oversee, develop, and refine all BOH systems for streamlined operations with intentional planning
• Post-opening, provide ongoing quality control, mentorship and leadership to chef team ensuring new concepts are meeting the standards of this esteemed group
• Hire, mentor, develop, and inspire teams across locations and concepts
• Oversee menu development across all concepts
• Budget planning, forecast, and overall P&L responsibility for BOH operations

Culinary Director Preferred Requirements:

• 1+ years’ experience in a multiunit capacity as either a Culinary Director, Corporate Chef, or Regional Chef (or similar position)
• Background in Michelin-starred, James Beard-recognized, or similarly acclaimed kitchens
• Ideally familiar with various service models
• Demonstrated success with new restaurant openings and concept development
• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills with strong communication abilities
• Collaborative mindset
• Comfortable with international travel and a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Proven organizational skills, leadership and teaching skills

Compensation / Benefits:

• Base salary in the $120-$150k range
• Bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits 
• PTO plan