Lead the culinary soul of Le Café LPM as we scale our French Mediterranean concept globally. You will have high autonomy to drive international expansion, oversee high-volume premium operations, and mentor a world-class team, all while maintaining a lifestyle that exists beyond the kitchen pass.
- Lead and own the full culinary operation, ensuring uncompromising food standards and concept integrity across all locations.
- Scale the culinary concept into new international markets, acting as the key architectural lead for brand development and global consistency.
- Oversee high-volume premium kitchen operations for our all-day dining services, maintaining quality during peak hours.
- Manage the commercial health of the kitchen, including food cost, yield optimization, waste reduction, and strategic procurement.
- Mentor and develop the culinary team, fostering a culture of professionalism and calmness under pressure without the 'drama'.
- Collaborate closely with the Group Executive Chef and development teams to innovate while staying 'Fresh, Simple, and True'.
- Expertise in French Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on ingredient-led simplicity.
- Proven experience managing high-volume, premium kitchen operations.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen (P&L, food cost, and yield management).
- Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills with a calm, professional demeanor.
- Mobility and willingness for international travel to support brand scaling.
- Fluency in French is highly advantageous.
- Proficiency in other European languages.
- Experience in international brand roll-outs.
- Successful launch and consistency of culinary operations in new international markets.
- Achievement of food cost and procurement targets without compromising quality.
- Retention and development of high-performing kitchen talent.
- Consistent delivery of the LPM brand standards across all-day dining services.
We offer a competitive compensation package designed around a life that also exists outside the kitchen, emphasizing a healthy work-life balance often rare in the culinary industry.
LPM Group captures the spirit and vibrancy of legendary French Riviera institutions with a distinctly LPM twist. Our mission is to create exquisite harmony on the palate and outrageous harmony in the room. We are guided by five core values: FRESH, SIMPLE, TRUE, SHARING, and PLAYFUL. At LPM, food is crafted to leave a lasting impression, drinks are quietly surprising, and our ambiance is composed with uncomplicated intention.
A fast-paced, high-energy environment where communication happens in real-time. We pride ourselves on a kitchen culture that is refined, friendly, and playful, yet operates with the precision of a world-class institution.
Le Café LPM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.