Updated on May 24, 2023
Exceptional opportunity for a talented Chef to work in a beautiful Corporate Office and the home of the company principal. Plans are underway to renovate corporate kitchen and the Chef’s input will be valued.
A typical week of meals would include:
In addition to preparing meals, the Chef would handle menu planning, grocery shopping and clean-up after meals; additional staff would be available for larger family meals and gatherings.
Our client is seeking a creative Chef with an easygoing, flexible personality who can satisfy a variety of preferences including vegetarian meals and nut free due to a few children having severe nut allergy. Familiarity with kosher food guidelines would be advantageous. The office is formal, households are more casual. Most larger gatherings are served family style. Please note the office is in Farmington Hills, however, the homes are in the Birmingham/ Bloomfield areas.
Outstanding six figure salary and excellent corporate benefit package.
Our client is seeking local candidates or those with ties to Michigan.
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EXECUTIVE CHEF - PORT HURON, MI
Country Club Executive Chef $80,000 - $100,000++ Port Huron area
Executive Chef for Country Club undergoing major renovation program. The Club offers Wedding packages, Golf Outings, and Hotel Rooms, in a beautiful country atmosphere. Will be creating new catering menus, and setting up service standards, with a scratch kitchen. Upscale Steakhouse Restaurant will be featured. Busy Summers, Club is closed partially in winter. Great Work-Life Balance.
Living accommodations are available for up to 90 days. Great bonus and incentive package. Prefer Culinary Graduate or ACF training of certification.
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BAKERY PRODUCTION MANAGER ($75,000 - $90,000+) - DETROIT SUBURBS, MI
Require a creative artisan bread baker and pastry chef
Harper Associates has been exclusively retained for this search
Responsibilities: Responsible for the afternoon bread/pastry production and packaging departments. Lead all aspects of our operations including mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, and packaging. Responsible for the cleanliness and condition of the bakery and all closing duties.
Hours: 11: 30am and 9:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday
Key jobs:
Skill: bakery production, organizational, interpersonal, communication, mechanical, staffing, scheduling, employee development, and computer.
Please forward your resume to Ben Schwartz: ben@harperjobs.com
EXECUTIVE BAKERY CHEF - CRISPELLI'S BAKERY & PIZZERIA - ROYAL OAK, MI
Retained Search by Harper Associates
If you are an experienced Executive Baker / Bakery Production Manager looking to join an artisan bakery in the highly desirable Metro Detroit Suburbs, this job may be an excellent fit for you!
We're recruiting a highly talented Artisan Bread Baker with strong management experience in a high-volume bakery to lead a wholesale and retail bakery with 5 locations, specializing in bread, pastries, and pizza. Our client is growing quickly and is looking for someone who can help the business grow to new heights. Must have a complete understanding of scratch-made dessert recipes and processes as well as bread starters and fermentation.
Required Experience:
Candidates with a Culinary Degree or ACF apprenticeship are strongly preferred. Exceptional six-figure salary offered. Relocation package for the right candidate.
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BANQUET CHEF - HOTEL - METRO DETROIT, MI
Looking to return home to Detroit?
Banquet Chef for a high volume, luxury hotel with multi-function conference/catering facilities. Experience leading Sous Chefs and Culinary staff.
The client offers medical, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days of employment for full-time employees, as well as a 401(k), Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Free Uniforms, Parking, and Meals. Excellent salary and incentive program. $70,000 - $80,000+
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SOUS CHEF / BANQUET CHEF
If you are a hands-on Sous Chef, Catering Chef, or Banquet Chef looking to accelerate your career growth, this position may be an excellent fit for you.
We are working with a high-end event venue in a very desirable Detroit suburb. They've asked us to find a talented Sous Chef to help produce delicious, beautiful, and creative food for weddings, showers, meetings, and other high-volume social events.
If you're interested, here's what it's all about. For a Catering Chef or Banquet Chef wanting to showcase their culinary creativity, this is the dream. We are searching for a very experienced Catering Chef or Banquet Chef with high-volume banquet experience in an upscale hotel, event venue, or country club. Will help to oversee banquet culinary operations, menu development, specials, and collaborating with the front-of-house managers to ensure seamless service. Must be highly skilled in managing high-volume events.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
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EXECUTIVE CHEF
If you are an accomplished Executive Chef looking to showcase your exceptional culinary talent, this may be what you’ve been looking for. The Executive Chef will take the helm of a highly awarded, upscale restaurant in the Royal Oak area.
We are searching for a highly talented, hands-on Executive Chef with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will oversee culinary operations and handle menu development, leading the culinary team, managing financials, and collaborating with the front-of-house managers to deliver exceptional classical cuisine. Must be highly skilled in managing a very busy kitchen, and have proven success at leading a team of culinary professionals.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
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SOUS CHEF
If you're a Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume restaurant, country club, hotel, or banquet venue - and you want to join an elite team of culinary professionals, get paid well, AND get outstanding benefits - this may be what you have been searching for.
We are looking for a Sous Chef for a very fast-paced, high-volume dining venue. A variety of cuisines are served, both a la carte and banquets. Whether you excel in banquets, a la carte, or both, we can find the right spot for you.
Benefits:
Requirements:
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CULINARIANS
Looking for culinary professionals with 3-5 years of experience as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager. Want to bring your talent to a chef-driven restaurant group with menus that only offer high-end, scratch-made cuisine? If so, we're looking for your culinary talent.
We have several opportunities available for Line Cooks, Chefs, Sous Chefs, and Kitchen Managers with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will work as part of a team of chefs to supervise culinary operations and assist in menu development, scheduling, creating specials, and working the line in a high-volume restaurant. Must have leadership experience in a very busy kitchen, and have a track record of success.
Requirements:
Benefits:
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PASTRY CHEF - METRO DETROIT, MI AREA
Upscale, gourmet bakery is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to help maintain its outstanding reputation. Only the finest ingredients are utilized to produce the highest quality products. A huge assortment of bakery items includes mini pastries, cookies, cannoli, tortes, specialty cakes, wedding cakes, and more. Requires experience as a Pastry Chef in an extremely reputable, high-end retail establishment, along with great people skills to manage a staff of ten. 5 day work week, off Sundays and one day during the week. $65,000-$75,000
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EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - METRO DETROIT AREA
A popular private club undergoing extensive clubhouse renovations is seeking an outstanding Sous Chef. The Sous Chef will work collaboratively with the Executive Chef to maintain the club’s reputation for excellent food and high-quality standards. The new Clubhouse includes several dining rooms along with a banquet and catering facility. We are seeking a very motivated and talented Sous Chef who would enjoy a long-term opportunity working in a beautiful, new setting.
The role will encompass:
Requirements include:
Great benefits $65,000 - $70,000
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EXECUTIVE CHEF - BANQUETS
Executive Banquet Chef for an upscale private country club with extensive, multi-function conference/catering facilities which can accommodate 600+ seated guests.
Requires proven success leading motivated Culinary staff.
The client offers excellent health benefits and other perks.
Salary range $85,000-100,000
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Creative Menu, Unique Concept
We are searching for a very experienced Executive Chef with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will oversee culinary operations and handle menu development, come up with creative, modern techniques on classic dishes, and collaborate with the front-of-house managers to pair entrees with complementary beverages. Must be highly skilled in managing a very busy kitchen, and have proven success at leading a team of culinary professionals.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
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CATERING CHEF - METRO DETROIT, MI
The unique opportunity allows great work-life balance!
Do you love cooking for large events but dislike the typical schedule for a Catering Chef? The expectations for this desirable opportunity include a 5-day work week and only ~ 15 weekends per year!
We are seeking a Chef who is extremely talented and passionate about creating outstanding cuisine. This is a hands-on leadership role that is directly related to the success of the catering department. Events range from 3-1200 people and take place at various locations. Will report to an Executive Chef.
Desired qualifications include:
In addition to a competitive salary, the position offers a great benefits package including 2 weeks' vacation, 401K, and career growth potential!
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Do you have previous experience as a Lead Line Cook, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume scratch kitchen? Want to join a multi-unit restaurant group that offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement?
We have an exceptional opportunity available for a rising star Sous Chef to join a very successful restaurant group, and we want energetic, enthusiastic chefs who want to launch their careers! Graduates from the Culinary Institute of Michigan, Schoolcraft College, Le Cordon Bleu, or Culinary Institute of America would be a great fit.
Must-haves:
Benefits:
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