Lead Chef

Panorama Mediterranean Cuisine is seeking an experienced and creative Lead Chef to oversee our back-of-house operations and help establish the culinary identity of our restaurant.

Panorama will combine the welcoming atmosphere and breakfast tradition of a classic diner with an elevated Mediterranean-inspired dining experience. Our kitchen will feature a full breakfast menu along with Mediterranean and internationally inspired dishes throughout the day.

We are looking for a chef who has strong experience with breakfast and diner-style cuisine, while also being excited to explore new flavors, techniques, and breakfast concepts inspired by different regions of the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all back-of-house operations.
• Supervise, train, and coordinate kitchen staff.
• Maintain a professional, organized, and positive kitchen environment.
• Oversee daily food preparation, kitchen workflow, and service execution.
• Ensure consistent quality, presentation, portioning, and flavor across all menu items.
• Oversee breakfast preparation and service, including traditional diner favorites and creative breakfast offerings.
• Collaborate with management on developing new menu items and seasonal specials.
• Explore and incorporate culinary influences from Mediterranean and other international cuisines.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and prepare inventory and ordering lists.
• Oversee ingredient sourcing, purchasing, and procurement.
• Minimize waste while maintaining high standards for food quality.
• Ensure proper food storage, sanitation, cleanliness, and food-safety practices.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and communicate maintenance or supply needs to management.
• Ensure the kitchen is properly prepared for opening and properly closed at the end of service.
• Help maintain the elevated culinary standards and overall dining experience expected at Panorama Mediterranean Cuisine.
• Assist with business-related ingredient procurement and restaurant supply needs when necessary.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional restaurant or culinary experience.
• Strong professional experience with breakfast and diner-style cuisine.
• Previous experience leading or supervising a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Creative mindset with an interest in developing innovative breakfast dishes.
• Willingness to explore culinary traditions and flavors from different regions of the world.
• Strong organizational and inventory-management skills.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Reliable transportation is required due to occasional business-related purchasing and sourcing responsibilities.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical demands of a professional kitchen.

Required Application Materials

Applicants should provide three professional references who can speak to their culinary experience, work ethic, leadership abilities, and reliability.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned, hands-on chef and natural leader who understands what makes a great breakfast while also bringing creativity and curiosity to the kitchen. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the back of house, develop and maintain high culinary standards, and help make Panorama Mediterranean Cuisine a distinctive and elevated dining destination in Gates.

Pay: From $50,900.00 per year

Work Location: In person