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Chef de CuisineSpice Catering Co • Cleveland, OH, US
Chef de Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine

Spice Catering Co • Cleveland, OH, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Chef de Cuisine

Company : Spice Catering Co.

Location : Spice Headquarters, 5601 Tillman Ave. Cle, Ohio 44102

Position Type : Full Time

Overview

The Chef de Cuisine is a key leadership role within the culinary team at Spice Catering Co., responsible for overseeing daily back-of-house operations, managing culinary execution for off-site events, and driving innovation in menu development. This position serves as a bridge between the kitchen team and leadership, ensuring excellence in food quality, kitchen systems, staffing, and training while upholding Spices values of sustainability and thoughtful hospitality. The Chef de Cuisine supports the Executive Chef and steps into their leadership role when needed, making this position ideal for a driven and experienced culinary professional ready to lead and grow.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership + Team Development

  • Mentor, coach, and hold BOH team members accountable to Spice standards and core values
  • Lead daily pre-shift meetings and delegate responsibilities to ensure kitchen success
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and training of kitchen staff
  • Supervise staff scheduling and performance management
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional kitchen culture
  • Operational Management

  • Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, including food prep, event execution, and sanitation
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and organization
  • Monitor food production for quality, consistency, and presentation
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef to streamline systems and SOPs
  • Manage equipment upkeep and report maintenance needs
  • Menu Development + Innovation

  • Assist in the creation of seasonal, scratch-made menus aligned with Spices mission
  • Introduce and teach new techniques, trends, and recipes to the team
  • Contribute ideas for dynamic guest experiences, including chef activations and live cooking
  • Cost Control + Administration

  • Help manage inventory, ordering, and waste reduction practices
  • Track food and labor costs to meet financial goals
  • Support recipe development, costing, and documentation
  • Ensure event prep and packing is completed with efficiency and accuracy
  • Cross-Department Collaboration

  • Coordinate closely with sales, event, and warehouse teams to ensure seamless execution
  • Attend planning meetings for large-scale or complex events
  • Communicate clearly and promptly to resolve challenges and ensure team alignment
  • Essential Skills

  • Proven leadership experience in a professional kitchen environment
  • Strong knowledge of BOH operations, culinary technique, and food safety
  • Ability to lead, coach, and inspire a team with professionalism and positivity
  • Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
  • Bonus Skills

  • Experience with large-scale catering or off-site culinary production
  • Knowledge of inventory and cost management systems
  • Interest in foraging, fermentation, seasonal cooking, or sustainability
  • Public speaking or demonstration skills for client-facing events or activations
  • Bilingual or multilingual is a plus
  • Employee Culture

    Spice is a founder-owned, mission-based company. Our purpose is Changing how people connect with food and our focus is thoughtful hospitality experiences.

    At Spice, we make a PACT - a shared commitment to uphold the values that define our culture. This PACT shapes how we work, grow, and deliver unforgettable experiences.

    Our Core Values : P.A.C.T.

  • P rotect Your Peace
  • Prioritize well-being by setting boundaries, managing stress, and maintaining balance for sustainable performance.
  • A lways Learning
  • Stay curious and adaptable, embracing opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.

  • C ultivate Joy
  • Celebrate achievements, foster positivity, and create uplifting experiences for our team and guests.

  • T rust + Respect
  • Act with integrity, value diverse perspectives, and treat everyone with honesty and dignity.

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