Head Chef

Job Summary

Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, maintain food-quality standards, and support a high-performing culinary team. This role oversees daily food production, kitchen organization, staff development, inventory, and consistent execution of the restaurant's menu.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and coordinate food production
• Supervise, train, and coach cooks and kitchen team members
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Oversee preparation and execution of menu items
• Monitor inventory, ordering, food usage, and kitchen supplies
• Organize prep schedules and station assignments
• Ensure proper food-safety and sanitation practices
• Monitor kitchen labor and workflow during busy service
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly functioning kitchen stations
• Address operational issues and communicate effectively with restaurant management
• Help develop team members and maintain professional kitchen standards

Qualifications

• Several years of professional restaurant kitchen experience
• Previous Head Chef, Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or senior culinary leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and food-safety practices
• Experience supervising and training kitchen staff
• Good understanding of inventory and food-cost control
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities during high-volume service
• Food-safety certification such as ServSafe is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Boise-area chef compensation
• Employee ownership through Bardenay's ESOP
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Employee dining discounts
• Paid holiday opportunities
• Culinary leadership and professional development
• Employee-focused workplace

About The Company

Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery is an Idaho-based restaurant and distillery company with its Boise location at 610 W Grove St. Bardenay operates as a 100% employee-owned company and serves Northwest-inspired cuisine alongside its house-distilled spirits.

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 43.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person