Restaurant Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager - Quick Hire!

Urban Plates is a thriving fast-casual restaurant chain dedicated to revolutionizing how the world eats by serving delicious, made-from-scratch food. With ownership and operation of 22 high-volume restaurant locations throughout California, Urban Plates has established a strong reputation focused on quality, sustainability, and innovation. The company places immense value on cultivating a positive work environment where employees can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Their mission is deeply rooted in changing the way food is prepared and enjoyed, offering a diverse and seasonal menu crafted from the freshest ingredients to meet the evolving tastes and dietary preferences of their guests. The Pleasant Hill location is currently looking to add talented and experienced Chefs or Executive Kitchen Managers to their team who share a passion for preparing authentic and wholesome food. Urban Plates offers a full-time salary ranging from $75,000 to $82,000 per year, with an additional achievable bonus plan of up to $12,000 annually, which equates to about $1,000 per month. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package such as medical coverage (HMO and PPO plans available), dental, and vision insurance, along with supplemental options like hospital indemnity, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, AD&D, and both medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Additional perks include a monthly cell phone/internet allowance, paid time off, a company-sponsored 401(k) plan, and a thorough nine-week training program designed to set new team members up for success. The role of Chef or Executive Kitchen Manager at Urban Plates involves hands-on culinary leadership in a state-of-the-art kitchen environment, equipped with advanced tools and technologies, including Rational ovens, blast chillers, Kitchen Display Systems, and Date Code Genie for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and operational efficiency. Urban Plates' use of technology platforms like CTuit, The Huddle (LMS), and Dayforce enhances kitchen operations, streamlining food production and ensuring consistency and guest satisfaction. These tools empower chefs to focus on creativity, team development, and delivering an exceptional dining experience. Urban Plates champions a team culture that prioritizes work-life balance with no late nights and guaranteed two days off per week. This role presents chefs with the unique opportunity to actively train and mentor culinary team members, nurturing future leaders within the company and fostering career growth. Seasonal menu changes occurring three to four times yearly provide a dynamic and stimulating culinary environment, keeping the menu fresh and exciting for both guests and staff. By joining Urban Plates, chefs become part of a forward-thinking family that values clarity, support, development, and opportunity, helping to shape the future of the fast-casual dining industry while making a meaningful impact on how people eat around the world.

• valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• meet minimum auto insurance requirements
• ability to work full-time
• availability to work flexible hours including weekends
• physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• commitment to upholding company values and standards