Executive Chef

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the kitchen of Pico’s, a vibrant and fast-growing Mexican restaurant group based in Rome.

The Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality and consistency, managing and training the kitchen team, and ensuring efficient service during high-volume operations. The role includes menu development, cost control, supplier management, and maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, experience managing busy kitchens, and a deep understanding of kitchen organization and food quality. Experience with Mexican or Latin cuisine is a plus, but passion, creativity, and the ability to manage a dynamic team are essential.

If you are driven, organized, and ready to lead a kitchen in a lively international environment, we would love to hear from you.

• Esperienza comprovata come Executive Chef o Head Chef in ristoranti ad alto volume

• Capacità di gestire e organizzare una brigata di cucina

• Ottima conoscenza della cucina messicana o forte interesse nello svilupparla

• Esperienza nella gestione dei costi (food cost), ordini e controllo qualità

• Capacità di lavorare sotto pressione mantenendo standard elevati

• Leadership, organizzazione e capacità di motivare il team

• Conoscenza delle norme HACCP e gestione della sicurezza alimentare

• Creatività nello sviluppo di nuovi piatti e menu stagionali

• Attitudine al lavoro di squadra e alla crescita del brand