Task Force Chef

ABOUT US:
The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles based lifestyle and hospitality company with establishments and events across the United States and Europe. We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse clientele. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world’s best restaurants, nightlife, and events.

ROLE SUMMARY
The Task Force Chef supports the Culinary Director and Executive Culinary team by assisting with training, implementation of company standards, and hands-on culinary execution across venues. This role plays a key part in opening new restaurants, supporting existing teams, and ensuring consistent food quality and presentation. The ideal candidate is an energetic, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys teaching and mentoring others, and is passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork.

RESPONSIBILTIES:
• Supports the Culinary Director and Corporate Executive Sous with recruiting, onboarding, and training new kitchen staff
• Assists with recipe execution, prep organization, and maintaining company culinary standards
• Works closely with the Corporate Executive Sous to develop BOH training for new restaurant openings
• Works alongside venue Chefs to ensure consistency in food quality, portioning, and presentation
• Helps manage food cost and inventory systems under the guidance of the Executive Culinary team
• Collaborate on menu testing, tastings, and rollouts as directed by the Culinary Director and Corporate Executive Sous.
• Assists with and participates in all in venue and offsite catering events
• Ability to support all venue teams during high volume periods, staffing shortages, and events
• Serve as an example for the team and act as a resource for all kitchen staff
• Maintain all recipe books
• Must be able to travel to venues outside of California to work with teams in other cities.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Attention to detail and willingness to deliver exceptional customer service
• Able to stand during entire shift, often up to 8 hours with frequent bending, squatting, and lifting
• Must have the availability to travel anywhere from a month to 90 days
• Ability to be in different venues nightly depending on business and staffing levels.
• High energy, great communication skills, and able to work as part of a team
• Must be reliable, responsible, and trustworthy
• Able to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Certified Manager Food Handlers card

JOB DETAILS AND BENEFITS:
• Full-time, exempt position
• Flexible, routine-time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment