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Chef de Cuisine (CDC) Husk (Savannah, GA)
The Standard in Modern Southern Cuisine since 2017!
Nationally acclaimed Husk Restaurant is looking for a driven and passionate Chef de Cuisine. Elevate your craft by working with the best ingredients the South has to offer.
As part of The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), were committed to redefining what it means to cookand leadwith purpose in Charleston.
What We Provide for YOU!:
- Highly competitive compensation
- Outstanding benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance?after 30 days
- 401(k) with employer match?(free money)
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)?that increases with tenure
- Paid parking?
- Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)?
- Next-day pay access?
- Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)?
- Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and more!
- Professional work environment
- Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company
- Leadership development and a learning environment
- Quarterly profit-sharing program
About Us:
Located in the heart of downtown Savannahs Historic District, Husk celebrates the rich history and evolution of Southern cuisine. With an ever-changing menu and commitment to supporting local suppliers, our diverse menu celebrates the regions bounty at every turn. With an extensive raw bar and seafood program showcasing an array of regional oysters spanning the East Coast, we showcase the most exceptional ingredients at their finest.
Who We're Looking For:
You are passionate, professional, and committed to teamworksomeone who leads with integrity, thrives in a high-performing kitchen, and brings energy to every service. Someone who enjoys working with locally sourced ingredients, live fire cooking, and is confident they can offer an exceptional guest experience.
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a nationally recognized restaurant group that celebrates creativity, strong leadership, and continuous professional development.
Responsibilities:
- Lead culinary operations with integrity, creativity, and consistency to support a best-in-class dining experience.
- Foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture through hands-on mentorship, collaboration, and feedback.
- Oversee food quality, kitchen systems, and sanitation standards with unwavering attention to detail.
- Develop, train, and inspire kitchen staff while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Manage scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen labor to meet financial goals and operational needs.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and leadership team to execute strategic business and culinary objectives.
- Uphold safety, cleanliness, and organizational standards across all culinary shifts.
- Stay current with culinary trends and continue evolving our seasonal, progressive menu offerings.
What You'll Bring:
- Culinary management experience in an upscale or fine dining environment.
- Experience in an upscale, fast-paced restaurant.
- Exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a high-volume kitchen.
- A detail-oriented mindset and high standards for food quality and kitchen operations.
- Strong communication and decision-making skills with a passion for team development.
- A commitment to hospitality, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Lead with Passion?
If you're ready to grow your culinary career with a restaurant group that values passion, professionalism, and teamwork, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with Husk!
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands. Additionally, responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties may be assigned.
The Neighborhood Dining Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.