Executive Chef

Roswell, GA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $68,800.00 - $94,700.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Discounts

Training and development programs

performance bonuses

Job Description

We bring bold, culturally relevant restaurant concepts to life by combining innovation, operational excellence, and genuine hospitality. Our brands thrive at the intersection of creativity and community, and we believe exceptional leadership is the heartbeat of a successful operation. As we prepare to open KoHo and Wu-Tang Kitchen in the Atlanta, GA market, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef & General Manager to lead this exciting new chapter.

This is a dual-role leadership position that blends the culinary expertise of an Executive Chef with the operational oversight of a General Manager. The Executive Chef & General... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field
ServSafe Certification
Minimum 5 years experience in Chef-Operator, Executive Chef, or General Manager role
Proven experience with menu development, kitchen operations, and P&L ownership
Experience opening new restaurants or leading high-growth environments highly preferred
Ability to recruit, hire, and onboard team members
Strong leadership and coaching skills
Financial literacy including labor, COGS, P&L management, and budgeting
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and municipal regulations
Ability to manage labor scheduling, inventory, and supply chain
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field
ServSafe Certification
Minimum 5 years in a Chef-Operator, Executive Chef, or General Manager role
Proven experience with menu development, kitchen operations, and P&L ownership
Experience opening new restaurants or leading high-growth environments highly preferred
Airport or multi-concept dining experience is a plus

Job Duties

Create and execute innovative, brand-aligned menus for KoHo and Wu-Tang Kitchen
Standardize recipes, portioning, plating, and kitchen operating procedures
Maintain exceptional levels of food quality, presentation, and kitchen sanitation
Collaborate on seasonal items, limited-time offers (LTOs), and long-term menu strategy
Monitor production to ensure speed, consistency, and cost efficiency
Oversee all daily FOH and BOH operations across both concepts
Lead new store opening tasks including licensing, vendor onboarding, kitchen setup, and soft openings
Manage labor scheduling and staffing to maintain service levels and meet budget goals
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and municipal standards
Monitor labor costs, COGS, inventory, supply chain, and P&L performance
Recruit, hire, and onboard hourly and salaried team members
Lead structured training programs for FOH and BOH teams
Build an inclusive, high-morale, hospitality-driven culture
Implement performance reviews, recognition programs, and succession planning
Mentor team members for internal career progression
Take full responsibility for store-level financial performance including revenue, profitability, and EBITDA
Partner with leadership to forecast, set goals, and plan long-term strategy
Use POS, inventory, and labor systems to guide business decisions
Implement cost control measures and operational efficiencies
Review budgets, analyze variances, and execute improvement plans

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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