Executive Chef - Bottega Louie

ABOUT BOTTEGA LOUIE

Founded in Los Angeles in 2007, Bottega Louie develops premier landmark Restaurants, Patisseries & Cafés.  Our objective is to deeply connect with the communities we serve by creating premium Fine Dining, Patisserie, Bakery and Café experiences thoughtfully designed and accessible to everyone.

• We are committed to serving the finest quality classic American, Italian & French café and bistro recipes paired with first class exceptional service
• We operate with the management systems and tools required to consistently produce thousands of premium Guest Experiences daily
• We provide valuable opportunities for each Bottega Louie Team Member to pursue professional progress and satisfaction in their work
• We believe life is richer and we are most effective when we truly connect to the people around us and work together cooperatively as a Team and respect each other’s contribution and importance

Our greatest strength, and the largest contributing factor to our success, is our Team.  As a Bottega Louie Team Member, you are essential to satisfying our discerning Guests and contributing to the Company’s continued success. 

WHO WE’D LIKE TO WORK WITH 

• People who genuinely like people and respect each other’s contributions
• People who are Team Players who enjoy creating exceptional premium Guest Experiences for all to enjoy
• People who contribute positively to our Team’s experience and company culture by recognizing the best way to deliver exceptional Guest Experiences is through developing a world-class Employee Experience and Company Culture           
• People who are committed to learning and developing Bottega Louie Systems & Tools to consistently serve premium Guest Experiences that exceed what we want as discerning Guests
• People committed to working with the operating discipline required to provide sustainable benefits to all our Stakeholders:  Guests, Team Members, Vendors, Investors and the Neighborhoods where we operate 
• People who are Full-time professionals available to work 40 hours per week, able to lift 35 lbs and stand and move for extended period of times 

EXECUTIVE CHEF RESPONSIBILITIES

 Include but are not limited to:

• Train, coach & track Kitchen Team to adhere to recipes and other Kitchen Standard Operating Procedures
• Addressing poor performance & correcting bad habits
• Teaching proper cooking techniques & guaranteeing all Guests receive food product made per the Bottega Louie recipes specifications
• Managing all aspects of the Kitchen
• Manage & report Kitchen Team labor, overtime, meal break penalties and payroll processes so that Kitchen Labor does not exceed targets
• Pair maintaining pars to ensure we do not run out of product and minimizing waste 
• All Kitchen equipment is well maintained and Kitchen cleanliness and sanitation protocols are in place and being adhered to each and every shift 
• Analyzing financial data, building budgets and developing long term strategies focused on improving the Guest Experience and increasing efficiencies and profits
• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to achieve financial success and drive a standard of excellence
• Maintain professional appearance and grooming standards for yourself and manage staff standards 
• Develop strong systems and standards to ensure each dish is properly prepared for each Guest
• Ensure we are operating as efficiently as possible
• Develop and present new Menu Item recipes   
• Create a positive work environment for our employees through caring and professional communication. 
• Managing Key Performance Indicators and a career path to progress for Kitchen Team

COMPENSATION 

• $100,000 - $140,000 ($100,000 annual base compensation & $40,000 of potential performance based bonuses)
• We believe in aligning incentives and rewarding Team Members who curate the memorable Guest Experience they’d want as paying Guests.  This role offers the stability of $100,000 of annual base compensation and $40,000 of performance and profit based bonuses, putting you in control of your own potential earnings.
• Premium Health Coverage: Access to top-tier health benefits for all eligible employees, ensuring you and your family are protected.
• Work Life Balance:  We value your time off.  You will earn 96 hours of paid time off per year through sick and vacation accruals per Company policy.

BOTTEGA LOUIE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

WE CONSIDER ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT INCLUDING THOSE WITH CRIMINAL HISTORIES IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOS ANGELES & CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACTS & ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE FOR ALL & ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS FROM A WIDE VARIETY OF IDENTITIES, IDEAS, PERSPECTIVES & EXPERIENCES TO APPLY