About this position
Meteora is a destination for discovery, storytelling, and elemental cooking from two-Michelin-starred Chef Jordan Kahn. More than a restaurant, Meteora is an immersive culinary experience shaped by fire, seasonality, and the deep relationship between nature, craft, and hospitality.
We are seeking passionate culinary leaders at the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and Executive Sous Chef levels to join our team and help guide the continued evolution of this ambitious and highly creative kitchen.
This is a rare opportunity to work within a collaborative, research-driven environment focused on ingredient integrity, open-fire technique, and a deeply unified team culture.
About Meteora
Meteora is a holistic culinary concept rooted in gastronomy, hospitality, art, design, and sound. The cuisine combines ancient, primordial cooking methods with modern technique, centered around meticulously sourced ingredients prepared over live fire and expressed through their elemental forms — leaf, root, stem, seed, shell, flesh, and bone.
Our tasting menu evolves constantly, guided by seasonality, research, and a commitment to creating meaningful guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute daily kitchen operations with consistency and excellence
Maintain the highest standards for ingredient handling, fire cookery, and plating
Support menu development, seasonal transitions, and R&D initiatives
Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff
Uphold sanitation, safety, and organizational systems
Collaborate closely with Chef Jordan Kahn and leadership team
Ensure a cohesive, calm, and focused kitchen environment
Qualifications
Leadership experience in a Michelin-level or equivalent fine dining environment
Strong technical foundation and deep respect for ingredients
Comfort working with live fire, tasting menus, and evolving menus
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Passion for collaborative kitchens and continual learning
Calm, solutions-focused leadership style
Why Join Meteora
Work within one of Los Angeles’ most ambitious culinary programs
Be part of a deeply creative and research-driven environment
Collaborate with a team committed to excellence and innovation
Opportunity for long-term growth within the Vespertine Group
Location and commute
Los Angeles, CA .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3214610685.