Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, creative, and highly organized Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations. The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu development, food quality, kitchen leadership, cost control, inventory management, catering execution, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong culinary skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, train, schedule, and manage kitchen staff
- Develop, update, and execute menus that align with the restaurant's concept and guest expectations
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and recipe standards
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, line execution, catering, and special events
- Manage food ordering, inventory, vendor relationships, and product quality
- Control food costs, labor costs, waste, and overall kitchen profitability
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and food handling regulations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
- Collaborate with ownership and management on specials, events, staffing, and operational improvements
- Build a positive kitchen culture focused on accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and pride in the food
Qualifications
- Prior experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or senior kitchen leader
- Strong culinary knowledge and ability to execute high-quality food consistently
- Experience managing food costs, inventory, ordering, and labor
- Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Knowledge of health department standards and food safety requirements
- ServSafe certification preferred
Desired Traits
- Hands-on leader who is willing to work alongside the team
- Creative but practical approach to menu development
- Calm and professional under pressure
- Strong attention to detail
- Dependable, accountable, and team-oriented
- Passionate about hospitality and guest satisfaction
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be based on experience. Benefits, bonus opportunities, paid time off, and other incentives may be available depending on the candidate's qualifications and the structure of the position.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief summary of their culinary leadership experience. We are looking for someone who is ready to take ownership of the kitchen, lead a strong team, and help grow the business through excellent food and consistent execution.
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Paid time off
