Company description
Panacea
Panacea is a chef-owned and operated restaurant in Amenia, New York, rooted in seasonal cooking, genuine hospitality, and a strong sense of place. Our menu draws inspiration from a wide range of culinary traditions while remaining grounded in the Hudson Valley and the seasons around us.
We operate a scratch kitchen, making our pasta in-house and working closely with local farms and purveyors whenever possible. Our cooking is thoughtful, ingredient-driven, and constantly evolving. We care deeply about the food we put on the plate, but just as importantly, we care about the people preparing it and the culture of the kitchen.
Panacea is an independent restaurant where chefs and cooks have a meaningful voice in the food and the direction of the kitchen. We value curiosity, consistency, creativity, organization, and people who take genuine pride in their craft.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented hospitality professionals who want to become an important part of the Panacea team. This is an opportunity to work closely with the owners and chefs in a restaurant that values its people, encourages creativity, and takes its food and hospitality seriously.
Job description
Chef de Cuisine
About Panacea:
Panacea is an independent, chef-owned restaurant built around seasonal cooking, house-made pasta, and globally inspired cuisine rooted in technique and simplicity. We believe in thoughtful food, genuine hospitality, and building a kitchen culture based on respect, curiosity, and craftsmanship.
We're looking for a Chef de Cuisine to join our leadership team and help shape the next chapter of Panacea.
The Role:
The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading the daily operations of the kitchen and ensuring every plate reflects Panacea's standards of quality, consistency, and creativity. This is a hands-on leadership position for a chef who thrives on organization, mentorship, and excellence in service.
You'll work closely with the chef-owners while taking meaningful ownership of the kitchen, the team, and the guest experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations and service.
Maintain exceptional execution of Panacea's menu and culinary standards.
- Manage prep, production, mise en place, and station organization.
- Lead by example on the line during service.
- Train, mentor, and develop the BOH team.
- Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness at all times.
- Assist with menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe refinement.
- Manage inventory, ordering, pars, and product utilization alongside ownership.
- Monitor food cost, portion consistency, and waste reduction.
- Foster a positive, accountable, and professional kitchen culture.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of leadership experience in a professional kitchen.
- Strong technical cooking skills across multiple stations.
- Exceptional organizational and communication abilities.
- Calm, composed leadership under pressure.
- Passion for seasonal ingredients and scratch cooking.
- A collaborative mindset with a genuine desire to teach and grow a team.
- High standards without ego.
What We're Looking For:
We're searching for someone who wants more than just a job. We want a chef who takes pride in building systems, mentoring cooks, and creating memorable food every single night. The right person is dependable, humble, driven, and excited to help lead an ambitious independent restaurant alongside a passionate ownership team. Above all else, someone that enjoys cooking.
If you're ready to take ownership, lead with integrity, and cook food you're proud of, we'd love to meet you.
Compensation
this position is: salaried, varies DOE, $60,000.00 - $80,000.00
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Deadline
no deadline