Head Chef – Italian Cuisine

About the role

The Head Chef will lead the culinary team at Casa Mia, delivering authentic Italian cuisine while ensuring smooth daily kitchen operations. This role combines hands‑on cooking with staff leadership and budget management.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen activities to guarantee consistent, high‑quality food production.
• Develop, design and update menus and recipes in line with brand standards.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Supervise, train and schedule kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Manage purchasing, receiving, storage and inventory control.
• Control food costs, waste and portion sizes to meet budget targets.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and report any malfunctions.
• Implement environmentally friendly practices for energy use and waste management.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED with at least 4 years of culinary or food‑and‑beverage experience, OR a 2‑year degree in Culinary Arts/Hotel Management with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team and develop staff.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
• Experience in menu creation, cost control and budgeting.

Required skills

• Culinary techniques and food preparation.
• Menu development and recipe creation.
• Food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Staff supervision and training.
• Inventory and cost management.
• Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance.