Chef de Cuisine

Lodi is looking for a Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary team.    Lodi is one of the first concepts to join the iconic Rockefeller Center as it reimagines its retail and hospitality collection for a new era. The all-day caffè stems from Chef Ignacio Mattos, chef-owner of quintessential New York City restaurants, estela and Altro Paradiso. At Lodi, Mattos and his team draw inspiration from Italian aperitivo culture and the restaurant’s historic surroundings. Their vision is to create a neighborhood anchor, elegant and friendly—a place you can visit practically any time of day, whether for an espresso in haste or a leisurely late-afternoon cocktail on the patio.  

 

We are looking for a leader with a proven track record of excellence in the kitchen, strong management skills, and a commitment to quality and creativity. 

The Chef de Cuisine will oversee kitchen operations of the restaurant and work with a Culinary Director in order to uphold the quality of the food and culture across pre-prepared production and dining on-site. They will work in cooperation with the front-of-house management to ensure efficient restaurant operations.  

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations aligned with company standards.
• Collaborate with the Culinary Director to create and implement new menu items.
• Accomplish human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining management and hourly team.
• Develop and mentor the team through training, clear staff communication, constructive feedback, and performance review.
• Ensure consistent execution of company policies and procedures.
• Manage and assist the kitchen team in the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food in a safe, sanitary work environment.
• Oversee kitchen repairs & maintenance.

Financial 

• Monitor, analyze, and control labor and food costs in order to ensure budget and COG goals are met.
• Maximize location purchasing potential and menu profitability.
• Control and manage inventory to reduce waste.
• Collaborate with FOH management and Kitchen Management to meet and exceed sales and budget targets.

Company Values

• As a leader in the kitchen, this position will act as an ambassador of the company values.
• Understand that we require a positive and respectful attitude in the workplace.
• Understand and follow company’s values of respect, excellence, and resilience.  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Robust Personal Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Employee Wellness Program 
• Potential Bonuses
• Dining Discounts across Mattos Hospitality Restaurants 
• Commuter Benefits 

Physical Demands

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours.

NOTE: JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON BUSINESS NECESSITY.

The job description isn’t meant to be complete list of your qualifications or all the things you’ll do.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mattos Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.