Executive Chef

Job Title: CHEF Pay Range: 80,000 - 100,000/ annually (depends on experience) Location: Redmond, WA (Company wide) About US: Supreme Dumplings is a thriving restaurant known for its exquisite dumplings and authentic Chinese cuisine. We take pride in our commitment to quality, exceptional service, and creating a memorable dining experience for our customers. As we continue to expand and innovate, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chef to join our team and lead our restaurant to new heights of success. Job Overview: Thank you for your interest in the Chef position at our company! We are looking for a chef with strong interpersonal skills to join our company who can: develop recipes and menus, develop and lead a strong back of house team, set and enforce kitchen policies and procedures, has a forward thinking/growth mindset who can help us grow as an organization. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and what you can bring to our organization! Responsibilities: Develops recipes and menus. Collaborating with the restaurant leadership to set item prices Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors Hiring, training and supervising kitchen staff Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed Oversees back-of-house operations. Sets the staffing schedule. Leads pre-shift meetings. Determines plating and presentation plans. Orders and evaluates the quality of new food. Stocks the kitchen with necessary supplies. Helps with financial planning and budgeting. Handles and resolves customer complaints. Makes sure the kitchen staff follows all food safety laws. Sets and implements the kitchen policies and procedures. Core Competencies Physical ability to work under the following conditions: bending, reaching, stretching, twisting, climbing stairs, manual dexterity/coordination, standing for extended periods of time, lifting heavy objects 50lbs., and other physical activities common to kitchens. Work may involve interactions with a diverse client/guest population and involves working with people, so strong communication skills are a must Expert knowledge in kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation rules In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local food handling regulations Ability to develop unique recipes Current knowledge of trends in the restaurant industry Comfortable training, directing and supervising kitchen staff Exceptional leadership skills, including motivation and goal setting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Time management and organization Requirements: Expert knowledge of the restaurant or organization’s cuisine Experience working in Chinese cuisine Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavor pairings and other cooking best practices A culinary arts bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred. At least 5 years of management experience is preferred. Bilingual to English & Mandarin. Benefits: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Employee discounts and benefits.