Head Chef – Seafood Restaurant

About the role

SharkBites is looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead its kitchen team in delivering creative, high‑quality seafood dishes to customers in El Salvador. This full‑time, onsite position combines menu execution with team leadership in a dynamic, customer‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely production and consistent presentation of dishes.
• Supervise food quality, plating standards, and adherence to hygiene and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory, place orders, and control waste to optimize costs.
• Develop and motivate the kitchen staff, schedule shifts, and provide hands‑on support during peak periods.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and HACCP standards.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or similar role, preferably in seafood or Mediterranean cuisine.
• Formal training in gastronomy or professional cooking, with solid knowledge of food safety and HACCP.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities, able to prioritize tasks and stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication, service orientation, and a proactive attitude for process improvement.
• Availability for rotating schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Required skills

• Food safety
• HACCP
• Seafood cooking techniques