Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

As a Resident Chef at Sur La Table, you play a key role in the success of the store by leading high-performing culinary teams that inspire customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience. This position leads engaging cooking classes, fostering an enthusiastic and knowledgeable team and overseeing the success of the in-store culinary program. This role requires a blend of culinary talent, business acumen, and teaching skills to drive sales, enhance customer #bestincenter experience, a company-wide standard for excellence in service, and build a high-performing culinary team.

Responsibilities

Recruit, mentor and retain a high-performing team to meet business needs of both culinary and retail; Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and uphold a positive team culture; Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create development plans; Represent Sur La Table's brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences; Ensure an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans; Work with store leadership to increase foot traffic and store engagement through cooking classes and private events; Drive sales growth by developing and implementing strategies to enhance the culinary and retail business; Analyze key performance metrics daily and leverage insights to optimize store performance; Manage daily store operations while ensuring compliance with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations; Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses; Ensure store safety and cleanliness; Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee records; Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws; Model and ensure Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures are followed

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment; 1-2 years experience as a culinary instructor; 3-4 years of progressively responsible kitchen management experience; Valid Food Manager Certification; Proven track record of achieving sales and motivating high performing sales teams while meeting operational goals; Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and retain a high performing team; Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences

Nice to have

Culinary degree strongly preferred; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems preferred