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Chef — Café & Market Kitchen (Martha’s Vineyard) Compensation: $90,000 – $100,000 / year + 2 weeks paid vacation Employment Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Relocation Required: Yes – must live on Martha’s Vineyard year-round About the Concept We’re opening a new, year-round café and market on Martha’s Vineyard. The menu will focus on breakfast, lunch, and baked goods made in-house — with an emphasis on quality ingredients, simple preparation, and clean, balanced flavors. The space will bring together a bakery, coffee program, and open kitchen designed to serve the community year-round. Position Summary We’re seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations, develop seasonal menus, and help create an environment centered on excellence, efficiency, and creativity. This is a hands-on role in a small, fast-paced kitchen where teamwork and attention to detail matter most. You’ll collaborate closely with ownership and the front-of-house team to deliver food that’s consistent, thoughtful, and built for daily service. Responsibilities Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep, service, and organization Develop and execute seasonal menus for breakfast and lunch Manage and train the back-of-house team Maintain high standards of quality, speed, and cleanliness Control food costs and inventory Collaborate with bakery and coffee programs for cohesive offerings Uphold safety, sanitation, and consistency standards Qualifications 5+ years of professional cooking experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role Strong understanding of simple, ingredient-driven cooking Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to manage a small, high-output kitchen Calm and focused under pressure Excited to relocate to and live year-round on Martha’s Vineyard Compensation & Benefits $90,000 – $100,000 annual salary (commensurate with experience) 2 weeks paid vacation Relocation and housing assistance available for the right candidate
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