Marisella - Executive Chef - Santa Barbara

Job DetailsJob Location: Marisella Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara, CA 93117Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 SalaryJoin Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations.

We believe success hinges on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, Santa Barbara, Miami and Boston, you'll find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education.

Our culture is built on four core principles

Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations.

Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.

Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.

Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.

What You Will Do

Manage all sous chefs
Maintain food and labor costs
Maintains a friendly, caring and professional demeanor at all times in a fast paced environment
Run the line and ensure quality service
Daily food purchasing, inventory and prep production
Communicates regularly with the Director of Operations and Ownership to influence the strategy for the F&B operation in the short and long term
Prepare financial reports from annual budgets for monthly forecasting, meeting all goals and objectives set annually
Collaborate with the Director of Food and Beverage on all Food and Beverage Division purchases, to ensure operational costs are kept within the forecasted budget
Achieves budgeted revenues, controls costs (which includes labor, food, maintenance, etc.) and maximizes profitability related to the operations
Participates and advises with recruiting, hiring and training, and provides career development for all staff members
Provides leadership and feedback to CDC and Sous Chefs and conducts performance reviews to direct reports
Prep work and maintenance of quality standards
Communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and front of house staff
Schedule, mentor and manage line cooks, prep cooks and dish staff
Menu development and creation of daily specials
Maintain and stay up to date on procedures and regulations
Other special projects or tasks as assigned

QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of Management experience
• High end level restaurant experience is a must
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, Must be able to effectively communicate and relay information to staff
• Strong passion and dedication to food, beverage, and hospitality
• Polished, professional and energetic approach management
• Ability to work well in a systems-driven environment
• Must be able to support, lead, and motivate staff.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards are met
• Ability to be adaptable and abide by the policies and values of the company
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

This role requires

Ability to stoop, reach, bend, climb, walk.
Forward bend of head/neck for countertop activities.
Repetitive upper extremity movements
Grasp bilaterally
Fine motor coordination
Repetitive lifting
Ability to move equipment and/or product up to 25 lbs.
Complete position requirements in a hot, noisy, fast-paced environment
Ability to handle a variety of equipment safely.
Must be able to be stationary for extended periods of time