Corporate Chef Job at Tiki Kai, Hermosa Beach, CA

  • Tiki Kai
  • Hermosa Beach, CA

Job Description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Corporate Chef – Multi-Concept Culinary Leader

South Bay Hospitality Group

At South Bay Hospitality Group, hospitality is more than service — it is how we make people feel. Rooted in the spirit of aloha, we create memorable experiences through exceptional food, genuine warmth, vibrant energy, and a deep commitment to our team and community.

We are seeking a visionary Corporate Chef to lead and elevate the culinary direction across our growing portfolio of concepts. This role is designed for a highly experienced culinary operator with a passion for innovation, consistency, leadership, and hospitality-driven excellence.

Our concepts range from elevated dinner experiences to Asian-inspired cuisine, American classics, brunch programs, tropical coastal fare, and Hawaiian-inspired hospitality concepts. The ideal candidate thrives in multi-unit environments, understands how to scale systems while preserving creativity, and leads with humility, intensity, and heart.

What You’ll Lead

As Corporate Chef, you will oversee culinary operations across multiple restaurant concepts with responsibilities including:

Culinary leadership across all locations and concepts

Menu development and seasonal innovation

Recipe creation, costing, and standardization

Development and implementation of kitchen SOPs and systems

Food quality, consistency, and execution standards

P&L accountability including food cost, labor management, and operational efficiency

Multi-million-dollar culinary operations oversight

Vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls

Kitchen culture development, training, mentorship, and leadership growth

New restaurant openings, culinary rollouts, and concept development

Collaboration with ownership, operations, marketing, and beverage teams

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate brings both creative culinary talent and elite operational discipline.

Qualifications

7+ years in Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Multi-Unit Culinary Leadership roles

Proven experience overseeing multiple restaurant concepts and cuisines

Strong background in:

Asian cuisine

American classics

Elevated dinner programs

Hawaiian or island-inspired cuisine preferred

Deep understanding of:

P&L management

Food and labor cost controls

Inventory systems

Recipe costing and menu engineering

SOP and systems development

Experience leading high-volume, multi-million-dollar restaurant operations

Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor and inspire teams

Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Passion for hospitality, culture, and guest experience

Our Culture

We believe great restaurants are built by great people. We lead with respect, accountability, positivity, and aloha. We are building a hospitality company centered around culture, growth, creativity, and unforgettable guest experiences.

This is not just a chef role — this is an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing hospitality group.

What We Offer

Competitive salary + performance bonus structure

Growth opportunities within an expanding hospitality group

Creative freedom and culinary influence across multiple brands

Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team

Dining perks and company benefits

The opportunity to build something meaningful with a passionate team

If you are a culinary leader who combines operational excellence with soulful hospitality, we’d love to meet you.

Apply With:

Resume

Portfolio or sample menus

Photos of culinary work (optional)

References

Join us in creating experiences that guests remember long after the meal ends.

Job Tags

Seasonal work

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