Chef de Cuisine

Salary | Full-Time | $75,000–$90,000

We’re seeking a driven, detail-oriented Chef de Cuisine to lead daily culinary operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives on menu development, team mentorship, cost control, and delivering consistently elevated dishes. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC plays a key role in both creative direction and operational performance.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and execution at every station
• Oversee food preparation, freshness, pars, plating standards, and health compliance
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and product specifications
• Control food cost, manage waste, and maintain budget accountability
• Monitor inventory, order guides, invoice coding, and cost sheets
• Supervise, schedule, and develop BOH team members through structured training and weekly check-ins
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and maintain clear communication with culinary and management teams
• Oversee dry-age program, specialty items, and all recipe and procedural documentation
• Drive revenue through menu analysis, BOH incentive programs, and upselling initiatives
• Ensure accurate payroll review, overtime control, and labor management
• Maintain accountability for closing procedures, operational standards, and company policies

Education & Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of culinary leadership experience
• Strong background in cost controls, yield management, and kitchen financials
• Experience leading and developing high-performing culinary teams
• Proficiency with POS systems and kitchen inventory tools
• Culinary degree (AOS) preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

Why Join Our Team
RMD Group is built on culinary creativity, operational discipline, and leadership development. As Chef de Cuisine, you’ll have the opportunity to shape menus, mentor talent, and contribute to the continued success of one of San Diego’s standout dining destinations.

If you’re a passionate culinary leader ready to drive excellence from the kitchen out, we’d love to connect.