Chef de Cuisine

Job DetailsJob Location: Cincinnati, OH 45202Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary/yearJoin the team at Nicola's — one of Cincinnati’s long-standing Italian dining destinations known for house-made pasta, quality ingredients, and warm hospitality. For decades, Nicola’s has been committed to authentic Italian cuisine, scratch cooking, and creating a kitchen culture built on teamwork, consistency, and pride in the craft. We are looking for a motivated Chef de Cuisine who can lead and inspire in a professional kitchen environment and contribute to a restaurant that values quality and tradition. Key Responsibilities Culinary Leadership: Developing, testing, and implementing seasonal menus and specials. Operational Control: Overseeing food production, quality, and presentation for all plates. Staff Management: Hiring, training, mentoring, and scheduling BOH (Back of House) staff. Financial Management: Ordering inventory, managing food costs, and controlling expenses to maintain profitability. Safety & Sanitation: Ensuring strict adherence to health department and sanitation standards What We Offer: 2 Weeks of PTO PLUS 6 Paid Holidays. (3 weeks PTO after year one) 3 Sick days Competitive pay: $90,000 Annual Salary Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance. Short-term Disability, Life Insurance and 401k. Sundays Closed (Except Easter and Mother's Day Brunch) Typical shifts ( average 50 hours per week)   Additional Perks: Shift meal & Family meals daily Founder's Club Incentive Program (includes a company funded R&D trip to Italy!)   If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, apply today. We can’t wait to meet you! QualificationsRequired Skills and Qualifications Experience: Several years in a high-volume, high-end, or fast-paced kitchen environment. Leadership: Strong ability to mentor staff and maintain a respectful team culture. Technical Skills: Mastery of culinary techniques, menu costing, and inventory management software. Communication: Effective, clear, and positive communication under pressure.