Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Competitive weekly salary
performance-based bonus opportunities
Generous shift meal and family dining discounts
Comprehensive 'Best in Class' Training and Ongoing Professional Development
Significant Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
paid time off (PTO)
401(K) retirement savings plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Involvement in the Champions of Hope Program
Cash referral incentives
Access to the Journey Wellbeing Support Tool
Perkspot Employee Discount Program
robust employee recognition program
Slip resistant shoes reimbursement program
Opportunities for community and charitable involvement
Igniting Dreams educational grant program
Participation in Training and Performance Contests
Job Description
Buffalo Wild Wings is a leading casual dining restaurant chain known for its vibrant sports-centric atmosphere, extensive menu of American-style wings, and a commitment to delivering a memorable dining experience. Established with a passion for great food and a social atmosphere, Buffalo Wild Wings has grown to become a popular destination for sports fans and food enthusiasts alike. The company prides itself on its vibrant environment, where guests can enjoy a variety of flavorful wings, craft beer selections, and a friendly, energetic dining experience.
The Executive Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings is a senior culinary leader responsible for the overall kitchen operations and ensuring that every dish served meets the highest standards of quality and consistency. This role is critical in maintaining the restaurant's reputation by blending culinary expertise with effective operational management. The Executive Chef oversees all kitchen activities, including staff management, inventory control, food costing, and compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring that the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently.
In this role, you will lead a diverse team of kitchen professionals, providing mentorship, training, and motivation to cultivate a collaborative and high-performing environment. You will be instrumental in driving menu innovation within the framework of the core offerings, maintaining recipe integrity, and contributing to the development of seasonal or promotional items. Your leadership will extend beyond cooking to encompass financial management of kitchen resources, optimizing costs while minimizing waste. You will work closely with the General Manager to align culinary operations with overall business objectives, including special promotions and guest satisfaction.
As an Executive Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings, you will also champion the highest standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring the kitchen complies with all regulatory requirements. The position is ideal for someone with a proven track record in high-volume restaurant kitchens, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and excels at strategic planning and team leadership. This leadership position offers a competitive weekly salary, performance-based bonuses, generous benefits, and numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Joining Buffalo Wild Wings means becoming part of a dynamic team that values passion for food, dedication to quality, and a commitment to creating an energetic dining experience for its guests.
The Executive Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings is a senior culinary leader responsible for the overall kitchen operations and ensuring that every dish served meets the highest standards of quality and consistency. This role is critical in maintaining the restaurant's reputation by blending culinary expertise with effective operational management. The Executive Chef oversees all kitchen activities, including staff management, inventory control, food costing, and compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring that the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently.
In this role, you will lead a diverse team of kitchen professionals, providing mentorship, training, and motivation to cultivate a collaborative and high-performing environment. You will be instrumental in driving menu innovation within the framework of the core offerings, maintaining recipe integrity, and contributing to the development of seasonal or promotional items. Your leadership will extend beyond cooking to encompass financial management of kitchen resources, optimizing costs while minimizing waste. You will work closely with the General Manager to align culinary operations with overall business objectives, including special promotions and guest satisfaction.
As an Executive Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings, you will also champion the highest standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring the kitchen complies with all regulatory requirements. The position is ideal for someone with a proven track record in high-volume restaurant kitchens, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and excels at strategic planning and team leadership. This leadership position offers a competitive weekly salary, performance-based bonuses, generous benefits, and numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Joining Buffalo Wild Wings means becoming part of a dynamic team that values passion for food, dedication to quality, and a commitment to creating an energetic dining experience for its guests.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience in culinary leadership
- Experience managing kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurant
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Expertise in inventory control and food cost management
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain health and safety standards
- Culinary education or equivalent professional experience
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment
- Demonstrated mastery of kitchen operations, including inventory control, food costing, staff scheduling, and budget management
- Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and manage a diverse kitchen staff efficiently
- A profound passion for producing top-tier food and an uncompromising commitment to quality and detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills, crucial for seamless coordination between the back-of-house and front-of-house teams
Job Duties
- You hold the ultimate responsibility for ensuring every item that leaves our line is of the highest quality, consistently delicious, and perfectly aligned with the energetic atmosphere our guests expect
- This role moves beyond simply cooking
- you will manage all kitchen staff, oversee inventory, maintain pristine health and safety standards, and continuously innovate within our core menu
- Lead and supervise all back-of-house staff, including hiring, training, and performance management
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and recipe adherence across all menu items
- Manage kitchen financials, including food cost optimization, inventory management, and minimizing waste
- Maintain and enforce the highest standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization in compliance with all health and safety regulations
- Oversee daily prep work, line execution, and timely fulfillment of all guest orders during peak service periods
- Collaborate with the General Manager on menu planning, special promotions, and ensuring a cohesive restaurant operation
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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