Resident Chef
$58k - $60k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Centennial, CO, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Store Management
About the job
Requirements
- A culinary degree or equivalent culinary technique-driven experience is required; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- One to two years of experience as a culinary instructor.
- Three to four years of progressively responsible kitchen management experience.
- A valid Food Manager Certification.
- A proven track record of achieving sales, motivating high-performing sales teams, and meeting operational goals.
- Strong leadership skills to inspire, develop, and retain a high-performing team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers.
- Ability to remain standing for up to five hours at a time.
- Ability to move about the store while coaching and directing associates or class participants and selling to customers.
- Ability to perceive and differentiate variations in flavors or odors, or identify specific tastes or scents using the tongue or nose.
- Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to demonstrate or retrieve merchandise and cooking equipment.
- Ability to use hands to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice, and demonstrate other techniques.
- Ability to lift or move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds and ascend or descend ladders to retrieve or move merchandise.
- Ability to operate a computer, point-of-sale system, keyboards, merchandise scanners, and mouse.
- Ability to work 46 to 48 hours per week on a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Regular and predictable attendance, with flexibility to adjust class assignments based on demand and teach six to eight classes per week.
- Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment, including open flames, hot surfaces, temperature variations, and physical or airborne food allergens.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team to meet culinary and retail business needs.
- Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and maintain a positive team culture.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create development plans to support individual and team growth.
- Create a welcoming and inspiring environment that enhances customer loyalty.
- Ensure an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans and holding employees accountable for quality and execution.
- Work with store leadership to increase foot traffic and store engagement through cooking classes and private events.
- Stay knowledgeable about products, use available training, and seek additional resources as needed.
- Lead a customer-focused culture to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
- Oversee and take responsibility for customer feedback related to the culinary program to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Drive sales growth by developing and implementing strategies to enhance the culinary business.
- Analyze key performance metrics daily and use insights to optimize store performance.
- Ensure sales goals and financial targets are achieved through merchandising, marketing, and customer engagement.
- Oversee daily store operations and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and food sanitation regulations.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses.
- Handle liquor, wine, or beer when needed in compliance with state and location alcohol regulations and company policies, including enforcing age restrictions.
- Ensure store safety and cleanliness and address maintenance needs promptly.
- Maintain accurate and complete employee records, including time and attendance data, food safety certifications, and personal information.
- Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws and accurately record time worked according to company policy.
- Communicate company policies and standard operating procedures to associates and ensure they are maintained and consistently followed.
About the company
CSC Generation acquires underperforming retail brands and grows them into profitable ventures by integrating them into its shared operating platform. It operates across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale, leveraging technology, skilled staff, efficient processes, and scalable operations to optimize product sourcing, marketing, fulfillment, and customer experience. Its portfolio includes brands like DirectBuy, One Kings Lane, Sur La Table, Touch of Modern, and Cherry Man Industries, collectively offering over 325,000 products and attracting about 10 million monthly page views. The company differentiates itself by targeting “unsexy” opportunities others overlook and by applying its centralized platform to turn around and scale these brands into sustainable revenue generators. Its goal is steady growth and profitability by transforming underperforming brands into thriving parts of its portfolio, serving a wide range of consumers and business clients.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series E
Total Funding
$107.6M
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- CSC says 2026 revenue exceeded $1 billion across 13 brands.
- It added Backcountry in September 2024, expanding into outdoor recreation.
- Backcountry launched a 2026 brand incubator, showing acquisition-led growth momentum.
What critics are saying
- Indeed reviews in 2026 cite low pay, burnout, and constant layoffs.
- Headcount fell to 2,836 in March 2026, signaling continued operating pressure.
- Backcountry CEO Melanie Cox left in January 2025, exposing integration and retention risk.
What makes CSC Generation unique
- CSC Generation uses Genesis, a shared AI-enabled operating platform across 13 brands.
- It buys distressed retailers like Backcountry, Sur La Table, and One Kings Lane.
- It monetizes turnaround expertise, not standalone software, across home and outdoor verticals.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts