Executive Chef - Cock 'N Bull Peddler's Village

Peddler's Village's Flagship Restaurant, the Cock 'N Bull is in search of an experienced, hands-on, Executive Chef to lead our team and drive culinary excellence. Bring creativity and precision to every dish, ensuring a seamless kitchen experience, strong work culture for the team and an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. This role is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations for 3 dining outlets, banquets and outdoor food tents.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Operations

• Oversee culinary operations to ensure alignment with Peddler's Village standards
• Work side by side with, lead and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Maintain excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency

Financial & Strategic Management

• Collaborate with the General Manager and Culinary Director in budgets, forecasting and strategic planning.
• Manage food, labor, and operational costs to meet financial goals
• Lead menu engineering, pricing strategy, and vendor selection
• Analyze financial reports and implement profit-enhancing initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, mentor and develop a high-performing culinary team
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans
• Foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement
• Build a strong succession pipeline and empower team decision-making
• Set an example of leadership and professionalism to be maintained throughout the Peddler's Village organization by communicating in a calm and respectful manner to all team members.
• Provide the Sous Chefs with positive leadership and training to prepare them for growth opportunities within Peddler's Village.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation standards
• Maintain and improve quality across all Cock 'N Bull kitchens
• Oversee equipment maintenance and operational efficiency

Menu Development & Innovation

• Design menus for restaurants, banquets, and special events
• Collaborate with catering and sales team to enhance revenue opportunities

Marketing & Promotions

• Partner with the General Manager and Culinary Director on promotions and events
• Contribute to marketing, PR, and brand positioning strategies
• Support creation of unique guest experiences and themed events

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in high-volume multi-unit operations
• Proven success in managing financial performance and operational efficiency
• Experience with menu engineering, cost control, and vendor management
• Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred
• Serv Safe certification required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and purchasing systems

Why Join the Cock 'N Bull at Peddler's Village?

• Work with a nationally recognized dining, lodging and event destination
• Lead a high-impact culinary program
• Collaborate with a passionate, hospitality-driven team
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including bonus program, 401K with company match and generous PTO program

Thank you for considering joining the Peddler's Village team. We hope to meet you soon!