Head Chef - JT's Urban Italian - Buffalo

Are you ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Come showcase your skills in the kitchen by becoming a full-time Head Chef at JT's Urban Italian! Our Buffalo, NY restaurant is looking for a creative, enthusiastic, and motivated leader who can keep up in our fast-paced kitchen and create tasty dishes for our guests. If you're interested, read on to learn more!

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

Excellent Pay: Your skills and experience are rewarded here! The starting salary is $75,000 - $95,000/year, based on your abilities.

Flexible Schedule: You have a 5-day workweekwhich includes weekends and evenings.

Amazing Benefits:

• An annual bonus
• PTO
• Health insurance
• A 401(k) after one year
• An employee discount card for all four restaurants
• State-of-the-art kitchen with uniforms and knives provided
• Paid subscriptions and dues
• Major holidays off

Have we convinced you yet? If this sounds like the job you've been looking for, apply today!

YOUR DAY

As our Head Chef, you skillfully manage your kitchen team and oversee our food service operations, ensuring that every meal meets our high standards and expectations! Your days revolve around preparing and cooking food, delegating tasks amongst your team, and ordering supplies. You also have a hand in developing new menus and creating new options. When we have an opening in our kitchen, you help hire new talent who will fit in well with our dynamic team. Your passion, commitment, and drive to excel make you an invaluable addition to our restaurant!

REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years of management experience
• 2+ years of experience as an executive chef or 4+ years as a sous chef
• Proficiency in all stations and kitchen areas
• Proficiency in traditional and contemporary Italian cooking with extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques
• Excellent knife skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Cheerful outlook and ability to work well under pressure
• Knowledge of events, private parties, and catering

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Our owners have a proven track record of success with three thriving New York eateries. In 2017, they brought their expertise to Buffalo and opened JT's Urban Italian - an absolute gem in casual fine dining. With our modern aesthetic, lively atmosphere, and impeccable service, we've quickly become the city's go-to destination for exceptional culinary experiences. We don't just offer a job; we offer a pathway to advancement. At JT's Urban Italian and within our group of restaurants, we believe in nurturing talent and promoting from within. Your dedication and hard work can lead to exciting opportunities for career growth and development. We're committed to helping our employees build fulfilling and successful careers they can be proud of.

JOIN US!

So, what do you think? If this sounds like the right position for you, go ahead and apply. It should take no more than 3 minutes to complete our initial application. Good luck!