Job Description

Compensation: Salary/Hourly (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, ownership stake

Lead Chef

The Holloway – Echo Park, Los Angeles

Position Overview

The Holloway is seeking a dynamic **Lead Chef** to helm our kitchen for a high-energy American bar and restaurant in the heart of Echo Park. Our culinary focus is bold, craveable **American cuisine**—elevated classics, standout brunch, and late-night bites that pair seamlessly with a lively bar program and neighborhood crowd.

This is an opportunity to define the culinary identity of a relaunching hospitality staple. We’re looking for a chef who thrives in fast-paced environments, runs a tight kitchen, and builds strong, inspired teams.

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What You’ll Do

Menu Development & Execution

* Create and execute a distinctive American-driven menu: brunch staples, shareable plates, comfort-forward entrées, and late-night bar bites.
* Develop seasonal menu updates while keeping core crowd favorites consistent and high quality.
* Collaborate on occasional themed dinners, game-day features, and special events.
* Design systems for consistency, speed, and flavor across high-volume service.

**Kitchen Leadership**

* Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff with a strong emphasis on coaching and education.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth.
* Maintain tight operational control—inventory, ordering, food cost management, prep systems, and cleanliness.
* Lead by example during service with composure and efficiency.

**Operations & Growth**

* Oversee vendor relationships and purchasing.
* Maintain health and safety compliance to the highest standards.
* Work closely with ownership and bar leadership to create food and beverage synergy.
* Contribute to the expansion of our established wholesale line (as applicable), maintaining quality and consistency.

Who You Are

* Passionate about **American cuisine**—from indulgent brunch plates to bold late-night comfort food.
* Experienced in high-volume brunch and dinner service.
* A strong leader who builds loyal teams and develops talent.
* Organized and systems-driven, with sharp cost control awareness.
* Creative but practical—able to innovate while keeping execution tight.
* Comfortable collaborating on marketing moments, special events, and community-driven programming.
* Excited to help design and shape your kitchen within an established, neighborhood-driven brand.

What We Offer

* Competitive pay (DOE) Whole house tipping model 
* Creative input and autonomy in menu and kitchen design
* Opportunity to lead a relaunch and build something lasting
* Supportive ownership and collaborative environment
* A vibrant Echo Park setting with strong community energy

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If you’re ready to lead a kitchen that fuels brunch crowds, late-night regulars, and everything in between, we’d love to meet you.

Apply with resume and a brief culinary philosophy.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Night shift

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