Chef de Cuisine

OIJI MI is a casual fine dining, one Michelin-starred restaurant owned by chef, Brian Kim - located in Flatiron.  We serve a contemporary Korean, 5 course prix-fixe menu in an intimate 60 seat dining room - ala carte in the bar and lounge.  

OIJI MI is seeking passionate and dedicated Chef de Cuisine to join the team!

Who you are: 

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for establishing and executing superior guest experience through excellent food and hospitality. This position supports the Executive Chef by organizing, planning, and directing all aspects of daily kitchen operations. The Chef de Cuisine must have a passion for creating delicious food, building and leading high performing teams, and delivering hospitality to guests.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee and hold the Sous Chef team accountable in effective daily operating procedures in all areas of the restaurant
• Lead a high performing kitchen team and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each service, ensuring consistent execution of food and timely flow of service
• Sets an example of a positive, collaborative work environment for both the service and kitchen teams, ensuring clear communication at all times
• Ensure that proper systems are in place to ensure back of house operations are kept clean, safe and up to all “A” level health code standards.
• Complete all assigned administrative requirements accurately and on time
• Provides feedback and guidance with excellence and hospitality in mind, ensuring that all team members have a pathway for growth and development
• Consistently looks for internal and external opportunities to build our growing team

What we need from you:

• 3 years of Sous Chef/CDC experience in similar environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, restaurant scheduling, inventory and purchasing experience necessary
• English fluency and Spanish preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Open availability including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Flexible and willingness to adapt to ongoing changes.
• Able to inspire, motivate, and develop employees.
• Proven track record in building high-performing teams.
• Professional and confident verbal and written communication with guests, employees and ownership. 

Please send your resume to info@oijimi.com or message us.

We look forward to meeting you!

www.oijimi.com

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/new-york-state/new-york/restaurant/oiji-mi

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We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion,gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics.  In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.