Updated on January 5, 2021
During the Coronavirus pandemic:
We hope this finds you safe and healthy as the Coronavirus pandemic seems to be tapering off in Michigan. At this time our staff is working both in the office and remotely. When in the office, we are taking all the necessary precautions to be certain that our staff and any visitors are comfortable in a safe and clean environment. Please do not visit our office at this time without an appointment.
Several of our clients are still interviewing virtually at this time (via Skype, Zoom, Facetime, etc.). We encourage you to send your resume now if you have not done so yet so that we can be in touch if we have an employer who may be interested in meeting with you in person or remotely. If we do not have an appropriate opportunity available presently, we will keep your information on file for future reference. We have already received several new opportunities to fill and we anticipate many more, exciting openings as we’ve heard that many employers are ready to make changes and upgrades.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Retained Search by Harper Associates
Mission Point (www.missionpoint.com), the only full-service, casual resort on the Island, is an extremely popular vacation and wedding destination. The property encompasses 18 acres, 242 rooms and suites, with extensive meeting and banquet facilities (25,000 sq ft). Numerous dining options of varied levels, each distinctive from another, allow the Chefs to demonstrate their creative culinary skills.
The Executive Chef will oversee new menu development, staff training, budgeting, sanitation, and food production. All activities are very customer service focused, as Mission Point has an outstanding reputation. Will direct an Executive Sous Chef, and 4 Sous Chefs.
We are seeking a talented Executive Chef with a culinary degree who would enjoy working in a unique resort environment. The ideal candidate has seasonal resort experience overseeing staff in multiple concepts. Prefer ties to Michigan. Position is year-round, EC can work off site for 3-4 months in the Winter. Excellent salary, benefits and housing are part of the package.
Send resume in a Word attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com
PRIVATE CHEF - PART-TIME: ROCHESTER HILLS, MI AREA
Sunday-Thursday, Hours: 3:00 or 3:30pm to 6:30 or 7:00pm
Searching for a warm and friendly family chef with culinary credentials to assist with cooking dinner and lunches/snacks for next day. Prefer candidate with Vegan cooking experience, spa cuisine, along with baking experience.
Send resume in a word attachment: ben@harperjobs.com
PRIVATE CHEF - PALM BEACH, FL AND THE HAMPTONS, NY
Exciting newly created opportunity!
Active family is seeking a talented and flexible Chef who can work in a live-out position in Palm Beach and move to the Hamptons for a live-in situation during the summer season. Accommodations for one individual will be provided in the Hamptons. The Chef will primarily cook dinners and prepare meals in advance for lunches and snacks. Will also plan meals and shop for groceries and other supplies, etc. We are looking for an extremely adaptable Chef who welcomes the idea of handling other responsibilities such as driving to airport, running errands, etc.. Typical schedule will be 3-4 days/week (~32 hrs./week), hours may vary. Culinary degree preferred along with recent experience as a Private Chef working for a family/executive on a long-term basis. Current or previous employment as a Private Chef in Palm Beach is advantageous. Non smokers only need apply. References and background check will be required.
$90,000-$100,000 plus full benefit package.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to cindy@harperjobs.com
EXECUTIVE CHEF - TRAVERSE CITY, MI
$65,000 - $75,000 plus bonus
Seeking Executive Chef for popular Traverse City area full-service restaurant. Join an established, a la carte restaurant with extensive outdoor patios along with catering/banquet/event space. Searching for a creative, hands-on working chef to direct a talented culinary team. Must have excellent communication skills and enjoy being in media spotlight.
Ideal candidates will have:
Culinary Degree from CIA, Michigan Culinary Institute, Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Secchia Institute, Schoolcraft, OCC, Johnson & Wales, or similar level culinary school or ACF program.
Position Offers:
Send resume in a Word format attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com
PASTRY CHEF - DETROIT SUBURBS (NOVIE AREA), MI
Searching for a talented Pastry Chef who enjoys hands-on creativity with a variety of specialty and wedding cakes, pastries, cookies, muffins, scones, and more. Must be knowledgeable about working with chocolate, building and icing cakes (including wedding cakes) and all additional aspects of a bakery. Cake decorating expertise is appreciated. Friendly, team player attitude desired. 5 days week/daytime schedule/10 hour shift. Excellent salary and benefit package.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
EXECUTIVE CHEF - PRIVATE COUNTRY CLUB - DETROIT SUBURBS, MI
Beautiful, completely renovated private club is an ideal first class setting for an Executive Chef to to display his/her culinary talent. We are seeking a very innovative chef to lead a motivated staff in a creative culinary operation. The Chef will be involved in many endeavors and will work with the club’s food and beverage team to upgrade menus and other culinary services.
The Club’s Food and Beverage annual sales volume is $3.5 million in a la carte and catering sales. Exquisite banquet facilities can accommodate up to 350 people. Catering is an important focus of the F&B department, especially during the spring and summer seasons. Catered affairs include weddings, golf outings, member events and more. The club is family oriented and is looking to increase the number of activities which appeal to families. In addition, the club would like to increase the number of special events during the off-season.
The ideal candidate has a Culinary Degree from a well-respected culinary school along with luxury hotel, fine dining, or country club chef experience. 100K++
Candidates with ties to the Michigan area are preferred.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
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 opportunity 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 Culinary Institute of Michigan, Schoolcraft College, Le Cordon Bleu, or Culinary Institute of America would be a great fit.
Must-haves:
At least 3 years of Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager experience in a high-volume, scratch-food restaurant
Ability to work lunch and dinner shifts Tuesday - Saturday
Experience with ordering, inventory, expediting, and managing a busy line
Ability to multi-task and work well on a team
Associate's degree or Culinary degree preferred
Benefits:
Excellent base salary ($40K - $50K depending on experience)
Full benefits (health insurance, vision)
Paid vacation & sick days
Employee meals
5-day, 50-hour work week (Sundays and Mondays off!)
Opportunity for advancement
Apply now for consideration!
$50,000 - $60,000
We are searching for a talented and creative chef who enjoys cooking Italian cuisine and upscale American cuisine. Join a very successful retail gourmet market with an extensive off-premise catering program. Applicants should have some formal culinary training, at least three years of professional culinary experience, strong leadership, ability to multi-task, and a creative culinary mind.
The ideal candidate is:
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
$50,000 - $55,000
We are searching for a hardworking and organized Kitchen Manager to join our highly regarded culinary team. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on Culinary Graduate with 3 or more years of experience. The restaurant is known for its high-quality Italian cuisine and gourmet pizzas in a fast/casual concept. The position offers a quality work environment, with no late nights.
The ideal candidate is:
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
Seeking an Executive Chef for a popular, fine dining, a la carte restaurant with small private dining rooms. This upscale restaurant specializes in fresh seafood and is searching for a creative, hands-on leader to direct a talented culinary team. Requires experience in managing over $5 million in sales volume. Must have excellent communication and skills and enjoy being in media spotlight.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
$7,5,000 - $85,000
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
Our client is a premier caterer for on and off premise events in metro Detroit area.
Searching for a foodie with lots of creativity. Will handle all types of functions… Weddings, Corporate Events, Charity Fundraisers, Grand Openings, Product Reveals, etc. Must enjoy both hands -on responsibilities and mentoring a talented culinary team.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
Send resume in a Word format attachment to: ben@harperjobs.com
Several openings to direct a corporate cafe in headquarter or regional office locations. This is a hands on position, must enjoy cooking and managing staff, purchasing, payroll, inventory, etc. Will also do corporate catering when needed. Prefer Culinary degree.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
Join a growing local full service restaurant company with a very creative menu, a scratch kitchen, and a great culinary team. Ideal candidates will have busy a la carte line dinner experience. Birmingham area opportunities. 5 day work week, 50 hours, excellent salary and medical benefits. Prefer Culinary or Apprenticeship graduates, who have a passion for food.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
31000 Northwestern Hwy,
Suite 240,
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Phone. 248-932-1170
Fax. 888-737-8525
