Culinary 

Updated on   January 16, 2025

ARTISAN BREAD BAKER - DETROIT, MI

Monday-Friday hours: 8am to 4pm

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This is a dream job for a baking professional who is passionate about their craft, enjoys coaching and guiding others and would embrace the chance to give back to the community.

Our client, a very well-respected, non-profit organization, offers the Detroit community various food service dining options along with corporate & social catering at all levels. We are searching for an Artisan Bread Baker with scratch baking expertise (muffins, breads, cookies, pies, danish, scones, etc.). Another important component to the job is training and mentoring other assistant bakers. This individual will work under the direction of a talented Executive Pastry Chef. Medical benefits offered within first 30 days, 10 paid holidays, 15 days 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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