About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Regional Chef with deep expertise in Korean cuisine to oversee culinary operations across multiple locations. The ideal candidate is a creative leader who excels at menu development, recipe standardization, and team mentorship — while maintaining a sharp eye on financial performance and food cost management.
Key Responsibilities
Menu & Recipe Development
• Design, develop, and seasonally update menus rooted in authentic Korean culinary traditions.
• Create and standardize recipes across all locations to ensure consistency in quality and presentation.
• Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques.
• Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
Operations & Financial Oversight
• Monitor and manage Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) across all regional locations to meet budgetary targets.
• Conduct regular food cost analyses and implement strategies to improve margins without compromising quality.
• Oversee inventory management, vendor relationships, and ingredient sourcing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all locations.
Team Leadership & Training
• Provide culinary leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Executive Chefs and kitchen teams.
• Conduct training sessions on Korean cooking techniques, plating standards, and kitchen best practices.
• Perform regular kitchen audits and quality checks across all regional sites.
• Support the hiring and onboarding of culinary staff in coordination with management.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef (EC) in a professional kitchen environment.
• 1–2 years of experience in a Regional Chef (RC) or multi-unit culinary leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in Korean cuisine — including traditional, contemporary, and fusion applications.
Skills & Knowledge
• Proven proficiency in COGS management, food cost analysis, and budget adherence.
• Strong recipe development and menu engineering capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel regularly between regional locations.
Language
• Korean language proficiency is strongly preferred and highly valued for effective team communication and authentic recipe development.
Education