Corporate Chef
tiki kaiHermosa Beach, CA
Benefits: Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
What You’ll Lead
Culinary leadership across all locations and concepts
Menu development and seasonal innovation
Recipe creation, costing, and standardization
Development and implementation of kitchen SOPs and systems
Food quality, consistency, and execution standards
P&L accountability including food cost, labor management, and operational efficiency
Multi-million-dollar culinary operations oversight
Vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls
Kitchen culture development, training, mentorship, and leadership growth
New restaurant openings, culinary rollouts, and concept development
Collaboration with ownership, operations, marketing, and beverage teams
What We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate brings both creative culinary talent and elite operational discipline.
Qualifications:
7+ years in Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Multi-Unit Culinary Leadership roles
Proven experience overseeing multiple restaurant concepts and cuisines
Strong background in:
Asian cuisine
American classics
Elevated dinner programs
Hawaiian or island-inspired cuisine preferred
Deep understanding of:
P&L management
Food and labor cost controls
Inventory systems
Recipe costing and menu engineering
SOP and systems development
Experience leading high-volume, multi-million-dollar restaurant operations
Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor and inspire teams
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Passion for hospitality, culture, and guest experience
Our Culture:
We believe great restaurants are built by great people. We lead with respect, accountability, positivity, and aloha. We are building a hospitality company centered around culture, growth, creativity, and unforgettable guest experiences.
What We Offer: Competitive salary + performance bonus structure
Growth opportunities within an expanding hospitality group
Creative freedom and culinary influence across multiple brands
Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team
Dining perks and company benefits
The opportunity to build something meaningful with a passionate team
We’re looking for a culinary leader who combines operational excellence with soulful hospitality. If you are interested, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us in creating experiences that guests remember long after the meal ends.
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Level
Director L8
Location
Hermosa Beach, CA
Occupation
Chefs and Head Cooks
Industry
Full-Service Restaurants
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