Executive Restaurant Chef - JT's Urban Italian - Buffalo

JT's Urban Italian is at the forefront of casual fine dining in Buffalo, NY. We're looking for a full-time Executive Restaurant Chef to join our vibrant atmosphere and create delicious dishes that leave our customers wanting more.

This is a great opportunity to advance your culinary career and work at an establishment that values you and appreciates your contributions! You earn a negotiable salary of $75,000 - $95,000 per year, depending on experience and skills. We also provide these fantastic 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

As for your schedule, you have a 5-day workweek, which includes weekends and evenings. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your mark in the culinary world. Apply now!

WHO WE ARE

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.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 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

WHAT TO EXPECT AS OUR EXECUTIVE RESTAURANT CHEF

In this role, you inspire and lead your kitchen team in consistently creating delicious dishes for our customers. Every day, you oversee food service to make sure everything goes off without a hitch. You ensure every dish meets our recipes, quality standards, and guest specifications before letting it leave the kitchen. Attentive to detail, you monitor our inventory and are responsible for ordering all products. Additional responsibilities include hiring and mentoring new staff to develop a strong culinary team. You will develop new innovative menu items and plan daily specials.

If you're passionate about food and love leading a skilled team, then this position is perfect for you. Fill out our quick and easy initial application today and take your first step toward this exciting career!