Culinary 

Updated on  October 25, 2024

PRIVATE CHEF - BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI

Monday-Friday

Very busy household is seeking a full-time Chef who enjoys working in a family setting.  The Chef will plan and prepare breakfast (certain days of the week), after school snack and dinner, Monday-Friday. There will be an agreed upon schedule, however, the Chef must be flexible to work varied hours to accommodate the family’s needs, which do change frequently.  The family likes classic meals, including Mediterranean fare. Favorite recipes will be shared for use as well.

Job entails:

  • Creating weekly menus in advance for approval
  • Grocery shopping, ensuring the home is well stocked with food and beverages
  • Cleaning kitchen and workspaces upon departure each day
  • Maintaining cleanliness of refrigerators and all food storage areas
  • Occasional weekend support and travel required
  • Providing event support: cooking for smaller parties, working with Estate Manager to coordinate larger parties

Excellent salary commensurate with experience plus terrific benefits!

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com


EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - GOLDMOOR INN BED & BREAKFAST - GALENA, IL

Immediate opportunity available

www.goldmoor.com

Harper Associates has been exclusively retained for this search.

The quaint Goldmoor Inn was once a privately owned estate perched on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Three decades ago, it was transformed into an elegant country inn that offers gourmet dining, luxurious accommodations for overnight guests, and beautifully maintained gardens and grounds. The Goldmoor Inn is a charming bed and breakfast that provides the perfect location for a romantic getaway or destination wedding.

With a reputation for outstanding gourmet food and impeccable service, the Inn has a small, fine dining restaurant and a catering facility which can accommodate up to 150 for intimate weddings and other events. The property offers Chef’s Table and Chef’s cooking class. The Chef is provided with a private garden on the estate grounds. This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on working Chef who would welcome a unique opportunity to run a creative, scratch kitchen in an exceptionally unique setting. The Chef must enjoy media exposure and guest interaction. This could be an ideal situation for a talented Sous Chef ready for their next challenge. Culinary degree required.

Temporary housing available.   Excellent salary and benefits are offered.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com


EXECUTIVE WORKING CHEF (OPEN NEW RESTAURANT) - HOUGHTON LAKE, MI AREA

$70,000 - $75,000 + bonus + benefits

Our client, a prominent business owner and investor, is searching for an Executive Working Chef to open a new, casual dining, creative Italian Restaurant. Brand new kitchen, will hire and train staff. Will set up SOP's to create a very well run establishment. Desire P&L experience .

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Culinary Arts
  • 5+ years of kitchen experience
  • Experience in leading and supervising junior chefs
  • Experience working within budget constraints

Please email resume to: ben@harperjobs.com


CULINARY CHEF / KITCHEN MANAGER - RESORT OPERATION IN THE PETOSKEY / GAYLORD, MI AREA

Executive Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, Restaurant Chef

Harper Associates has been retained for this search

Join a Summer and Winter Resort in beautiful Northern Michigan.

The Culinary Team is responsible for the overall operations of the restaurants, banquet and catering facilities and seasonal outlet services. Will lead and work directly with the F&B Management team to ensure good culinary excellence as well as outstanding customer service in all restaurants and outlets at the Resort. Must enjoy a hands-on working position in a beautiful resort setting.

Preferred:

• Experience with seasonal businesses, preferably golf & ski industry

• Associate's Degree

Send resume in a Word format attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com


RESTAURANT FINE DINING CHEF - ENTERTAINMENT VENUE - DETROIT, MI

Join a recently opened, successful, full-service Steakhouse restaurant (downtown) with a fine dining, creative menu. Will oversee and mentor a talented culinary team. Open 5 evenings, closed Monday and Tuesday. Great benefits (paid family medical), paid parking, meals, great PTO.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com


EXECUTIVE CHEF - ROYAL OAK, MI 

If you are an accomplished Executive Chef looking to showcase your exceptional culinary talent, this may be what you’ve been looking for. The Executive Chef will take the helm of a highly awarded, upscale restaurant in the Royal Oak area.

We are searching for a highly talented, hands-on Executive Chef with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will oversee culinary operations and handle menu development, leading the culinary team, managing financials, and collaborating with the front-of-house managers to deliver exceptional classical cuisine. Must be highly skilled in managing a very busy kitchen and have proven success at leading a team of culinary professionals.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Culinary Degree from CIA, Schoolcraft, Johnson & Wales, or a similar level culinary school
  • High-volume, scratch Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef experience
  • Expertise in ordering, inventory management, labor management, and scheduling
  • Experience in menu development and menu costing
  • Experience creating and managing the back-of-house budget
  • Experience with classic American steakhouse-style restaurant

 Benefits:

  • Very competitive base salary
  • Outstanding health benefits
  • Paid vacation

 Send resume in Word format attachment to kevin@harperjobs.com


CULINARIANS

Looking for culinary professionals with 3-5 years of experience as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager. Want to bring your talent to a chef-driven restaurant group with menus that only offer high-end, scratch-made cuisine? If so, we're looking for your culinary talent. 

We have several opportunities available for Line Cooks, Chefs, Sous Chefs, and Kitchen Managers with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will work as part of a team of chefs to supervise culinary operations and assist in menu development, scheduling, creating specials, and working the line in a high-volume restaurant. Must have leadership experience in a very busy kitchen and have a track record of success. 

Requirements: 

  • Culinary Degree from CIA, Schoolcraft, Johnson & Wales, or a similar level culinary school preferred 
  • High-volume, scratch Line Cook, Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef experience 
  • Expertise in ordering, inventory management, labor management, and scheduling 
  • Experience in menu development and menu costing 
  • Experience creating and managing the back-of-house budget 
  • ServSafe Certification 

Benefits: 

  • Very competitive compensation based on experience 
  • Health benefits 
  • Paid vacation 

 Send resume in a Word format attachment tokevin@harperjobs.com


EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - METRO DETROIT AREA

A popular private club undergoing extensive clubhouse renovations is seeking an outstanding Sous Chef. The Sous Chef will work collaboratively with the Executive Chef to maintain the club’s reputation for excellent food and high-quality standards. The new Clubhouse includes several dining rooms along with a banquet and catering facility. We are seeking a very motivated and talented Sous Chef who would enjoy a long-term opportunity working in a beautiful, new setting.

The role will encompass:

  • Managing, training, and mentoring employees in the kitchen
  • Assisting with food production
  • Developing and enforcing maintenance routines for all equipment and the entire kitchen
  • Assessing and monitoring food quality standards

Requirements include:

  • At least 2 years of culinary experience
  • Extreme attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Great benefits $65,000 - $70,000

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com






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