Head Cook - WEST10WEST : Job Details

Position: Head Cook Location: WEST10WEST, West Village, New York City Type: Full-time, Exempt About Us:WEST10WEST is an intimate, 23-seat restaurant nestled in New York's West Village, celebrated for its evolving share plates, natural wines, and crafted cocktails. We emphasize seasonality, creativity, and community, delivering an exceptional dining experience with fresh ingredients and innovative flavors. This is a unique opportunity to spearhead the kitchen of a restaurant on a Michelin-star journey, contributing directly to its growth and impact in the New York culinary scene.Position Summary:We are seeking a passionate and driven Head Cook to lead our kitchen, crafting innovative dishes and managing day-to-day culinary operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a creative environment, values attention to detail, and is excited about working in a collaborative, guest-focused setting. The ideal candidate will embrace the vision of WEST10WEST and help elevate the restaurant experience, driving it forward with bold flavors and consistent quality.Key Responsibilities:- Kitchen Leadership: Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including daily menu execution, ingredient sourcing, and seasonal adjustments.- Culinary Innovation: Develop and maintain an evolving menu of share plates that reflects the restaurant's commitment to creativity, sustainability, and seasonal flavors. - Team Management: Oversee and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring they are motivated, trained, and aligned with WEST10WEST's high standards.- Quality Control: Ensure every dish meets the restaurant's expectations for taste, presentation, and timing, maintaining consistency during service.- Inventory & Cost Management: Manage ingredient sourcing, ordering, and stock control, balancing quality with cost-efficiency. Work closely with ownership to maintain desired food cost margins.- Hygiene & Safety: Maintain compliance with NYC health and safety regulations, upholding strict kitchen cleanliness and food handling standards.- Collaboration: Work closely with the restaurant owner and front-of-house team to ensure smooth communication and alignment between kitchen operations and guest service.- Guest-Focused: Foster a warm and welcoming environment, occasionally interacting with guests to explain dishes or receive feedback.Qualifications:- Proven experience as a Head Cook, Sous Chef, or equivalent leadership role in a high-paced, fine dining or innovative culinary setting.- Strong background in seasonal cooking, ingredient sourcing, and menu development.- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.- Proficient in managing kitchen operations, including food costing, inventory control, and kitchen staff scheduling.- Understanding of NYC health and safety standards and best practices.- A commitment to creating an inclusive and collaborative work culture.Why Join Us?- Opportunity to lead the kitchen of a celebrated, intimate West Village restaurant.- Be part of an ambitious and innovative team committed to excellence and pushing culinary boundaries.- Collaborate in an environment where your creativity is valued, and your contributions shape the guest experience.- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for growth.How to ApplyPlease send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your culinary experience and what excites you about working at WEST10WEST. Applications with no cover letter will not be considered. We look forward to meeting candidates who are eager to lead and inspire our culinary team.More detail about WEST10WEST, please visit