Restaurant Chef de Cuisine

Restaurant Chef de Cuisine
Harlow’s | Southern California | Full-Time | On-Site

Are you a culinary leader ready to shape high-impact guest experiences, develop creative seasonal menus, and lead a passionate kitchen team in one of Southern California’s most dynamic hospitality groups?

At Harlow’s, a flagship restaurant within the Trademark Venues portfolio, we’re redefining hospitality with unforgettable dining and event experiences. We’re seeking a Chef de Cuisine who brings strong culinary expertise, leadership maturity, and a service-first mindset. This is a high-visibility role within a fast-paced environment—ideal for someone who thrives in both execution and innovation, and who can lead through action, influence, and precision.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the daily culinary operations at Harlow’s, overseeing both line and prep teams

• Driving food quality, consistency, and creativity across all service periods

• Collaborating with the Executive Chef to develop, test, and execute seasonal menus and specials

• Supporting FOH integration and ensuring seamless kitchen-to-table execution

• Managing labor and food costs in alignment with company goals

• Training, mentoring, and evaluating kitchen team members with a focus on growth and accountability

• Overseeing inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to ensure optimal freshness and efficiency

• Monitoring food trends, client preferences, and kitchen performance metrics to continuously improve

• Partnering with leadership and other departments to deliver unforgettable dining experiences

You’re a Match If You Have…

• 3+ years of experience in culinary/kitchen leadership (preferably in high-volume or elevated dining environments)

• Experience designing menus and managing costing

• Strong familiarity with seasonal produce, diverse proteins, and scratch cooking

• Experience working in guest-facing environments with a commitment to exceptional service

• Working knowledge of food safety protocols, kitchen operations, and vendor management

• Tech fluency, including Microsoft Office and POS/CRM systems (e.g., Toast, Aloha, Micros)

• Spanish/English bilingual skills a plus

What We Believe (and How You Must Lead)

We operate with a shared commitment to our Core Behaviors:

• Superior Service – You go beyond expectations, consistently delivering excellence with calm under pressure.

• Team Trademark – You lead collaboratively, fostering a positive and professional kitchen culture.

• Ethics by Example – You do what’s right, set the tone, and hold yourself to high standards.

• Extraordinary Empathy – You listen actively, coach thoughtfully, and adapt to your team and guests.

• Remarkable Resilience – You move forward with grit, learning and adjusting from every experience.

These aren’t just ideals—they’re expectations. You’ll be expected to model them daily and raise the bar for others.

This Role Is NOT For…

• Line cooks or sous chefs seeking their first leadership role—this position requires proven experience managing full kitchen operations

• Chefs uncomfortable with front-of-house collaboration or client-facing moments—this role involves active engagement across departments and with guests

• Culinary professionals looking for a quiet back-of-house environment—this is a fast-paced, visible, leadership-driven position

• Individuals resistant to structure, accountability, or evolving systems—our kitchen is creative but operates within a defined operational framework

• Anyone not committed to consistency, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration

• Candidates who have not demonstrated long-term commitment—this role is not suited for someone who has been unable to stay with the same company for at least 2 years

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation package

• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• A leadership platform to influence menus, operations, and guest experience

• Professional development and growth within a dynamic, expanding organization

• A supportive team culture that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence

Trademark Venues, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.