**Chef for New Menu Development at Maíz Restaurant**
- Location_: Seattle, WA
- Position_: Chef - Menu Innovation with Heirloom Corn and PNW Ingredients
- Type_: Full-time
**About Maíz**: Maíz Restaurant is a culinary destination that celebrates the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine, focusing on authentic nixtamalized heirloom corn antojitos crafted with ancient techniques. Our restaurant is situated in Seattle's Pike Place Market and has quickly become a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike who appreciate authentic flavors rooted in Mexican heritage. As we look to elevate our menu, we are excited to bring a chef onboard who can blend heirloom corn-based dishes with the abundant flavors of the Pacific Northwest.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Develop and execute a new menu focusing on nixtamalized heirloom corn antojitos combined with PNW ingredients.
- Collaborate closely with local farmers and suppliers to source sustainable, seasonal ingredients.
- Create and test recipes that highlight the distinct flavors of heirloom corn and Mexican spices, blending them with unique PNW elements.
- Oversee food preparation, ensuring every dish is of high quality and consistently delicious.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff on new techniques and menu items, fostering a kitchen environment centered around respect, creativity, and collaboration.
- Maintain kitchen operations, including inventory management, ingredient sourcing, and waste reduction.
- Uphold Maíz's standards of excellence in culinary execution, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction.
**Qualifications**:
- Proven experience as a Chef, preferably with a focus on Mexican cuisine and regional sourcing.
- Expertise in traditional Mexican cooking techniques, especially nixtamalization and masa preparation.
- Knowledge of Pacific Northwest ingredients and culinary trends.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and teach a diverse kitchen team.
- Creativity and a genuine passion for creating unique, culturally meaningful dishes.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Commitment to sustainable, locally sourced food practices.
**Why Join Maíz?** At Maíz, you’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to preserving and innovating within the Mexican culinary tradition. You’ll have the freedom to experiment with and honor traditional techniques while working with high-quality, sustainable ingredients from the PNW region. This role provides an opportunity to grow and lead as we continue to bring an authentic, innovative dining experience to the heart of Seattle.
Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo
Sueldo: A partir de $400.00 la hora
Ventajas:
- Aumentos salariales
- Teléfono de la empresa
Pago complementario:
- Propinas
Tipo de jornada:
- Diurno
- Incluye fines de semana
- Lunes a viernes
- Todos los fines de semana
- Turno de 8 horas
- Turno matutino
Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial