Posted on Jul 16, 2026
Goodwin Recruiting

Goodwin Recruiting

Executive Chef - Relo to Traverse City

Grand Rapids, Michigan Full time

Job Description

Looking for a talented Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced, hip, high-volume restaurant. This is a growth-oriented company that offers a solid benefits package and takes great care of its managers.

Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager Benefits / Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the daily kitchen operations of a cool, fast-paced casual dining restaurant.
  • Lead and develop a team with a hands-on approach.
  • Manage all BOH cost areas, Scheduling, Inventory, Purchasing, etc.
  • Collaborate with the FOH team and company leadership.
  • Competitive starting salary
  • Quarterly Bonus
  • Health insurance package
  • Paid vacation, PTO
  • Great advancement opportunities with a stable and thriving company.

Executive Chef /Kitchen Manager Requirements:

  • The ability to thrive in a high-volume ($3-5 million) kitchen environment.
  • Minimum of 2+ years of Kitchen Management experience
  • Ability to manage all BOH cost areas / inventory / ordering/ scheduling / labor cost.
  • The ability to have fun at work and make work fun
  • Great advancement opportunities with a stable and thriving company.
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