Chef De Cuisine | Upscale Casual | Iowa City, IA

Chef de Cuisine – $60–70k

Growing Restaurant Group | Upscale Casual – Culinary Leader Iowa City, Iowa

Are you a Chef de Cuisine who thrives in a scratch‑kitchen environment and takes pride in elevating culinary experiences? Our growing restaurant group is seeking a passionate, driven, and highly skilled Chef de Cuisine to lead the opening of a new modern American Grill concept in Iowa City, Iowa. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a polished culinary team, influence menu development, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

We’re a company of hospitality professionals who are competitive, growth‑minded, and committed to excellence. If you’re a talented culinary leader ready to make your mark, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Position: Chef de Cuisine

Job Description

The Chef de Cuisine will lead a team of culinary professionals, uphold high standards, and consistently deliver exceptional food while maintaining strict food safety practices. The ideal candidate is energetic, motivated, and experienced in guiding a team of culinary experts in a high‑volume environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, training, and developing a high‑performing culinary team
• Ensuring flawless execution of menu items and maintaining elevated culinary standards
• Collaborating on menu creation and ongoing development
• Managing vendor relationships to secure the freshest ingredients at optimal pricing
• Conducting cost analysis and demonstrating strong P&L management skills
• Creating a safe, team‑oriented, and growth‑focused kitchen environment

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Insurance Benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive and Ongoing Training

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of high‑volume kitchen management experience
• Proven ability to foster a safe, collaborative, and development‑focused work environment
• Demonstrated success in managing food, labor, and beverage costs
• Strong ability to perform under pressure and maintain productivity
• Experience in menu creation and culinary development

Apply Now – Chef de Cuisine | Iowa City, Iowa

Salary: $60–70k + benefits + bonus

If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume to jtc@escoffier.edu

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person