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Head Chef – Japanese Concept

📍 Koreatown, NYC

💰 $93,000–$125,000 + Performance Bonus

Join a vibrant, growing restaurant group in the heart of Koreatown! We are seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our hip, casual Japanese restaurant. This is an incredible opportunity to bring creativity, leadership, and passion for Japanese cuisine to a concept that is part of a highly successful hospitality group .

You must be authorized to work in the USA and ideally already working in NYC.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire a team of ~15 BOH employees across locations.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including menu execution, food quality, and cost control.
• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to ensure seamless service and an outstanding guest experience.
• Manage BOH scheduling — while consecutive days off are not guaranteed, you’ll have the flexibility to arrange your schedule as long as the kitchen is running smoothly.
• Foster a positive, professional culture that emphasizes consistency, teamwork, and growth.
• Uphold health, sanitation, and safety standards at the highest level.

What We’re Looking For

• A passionate culinary leader with strong Japanese cuisine experience (yakitori, izakaya, ramen, sushi, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage, train, and mentor BOH staff in a high-volume NYC environment.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on execution, consistency, and cost management.
• A collaborative spirit — able to work closely with FOH leadership and ownership.
• A creative mindset and excitement for contributing to the restaurant’s evolving vision.

What We Offer

• 💵 Competitive Salary: $93K–$125K + Performance-Based Bonus
• 🩺 Health Care : 100% coverage for employee, starting day one
• 🌴 PTO : 12 days annually
• 🍣 Perks : Generous restaurant group dining discounts
• 🌎 Career Growth : Green Card sponsorship (all company expenses covered) after 2 years of contribution
• 🚀 A chance to join a respected NYC hospitality group with strong career development opportunities

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated chef ready to step into a leadership role and help shape the future of one of Koreatown’s most dynamic Japanese restaurants.

👉 Apply now and bring your passion for Japanese cuisine to life in the heart of NYC!

Apply here or email us at:

hiring@personenyc.com

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