Executive Chef

Bottleneck Management is a dynamic and rapidly growing hospitality company known for operating vibrant, high-energy, and approachable restaurants located in some of the most dynamic neighborhoods and locations. The company prides itself on genuine hospitality and a commitment to creating an environment centered on core values such as understanding, support, empowerment, and enjoyment. These guiding principles ensure that both employees and guests have memorable and positive experiences. Bottleneck Management has expanded into a hospitality juggernaut while maintaining a close-knit culture where people are the foundation of its success. They emphasize the importance of sincerity and hospitality in every aspect of their business, whether at their home office or within their restaurants. The company is committed to hiring individuals who are driven, hospitable, upbeat, and intelligent, aiming to nurture an inclusive and supportive atmosphere that fosters growth and excellence across all teams.

The Executive Chef position at Bottleneck Management is a senior leadership role within the kitchen operations of their restaurant establishments. Offering an annual salary ranging from $79,500 to $102,250, this role carries significant responsibility for managing the overall kitchen environment and ensuring exceptional culinary standards. Reporting directly to the Director of Culinary Operations, the Executive Chef leads all culinary efforts, overseeing Head Chefs, Sous Chefs, and other kitchen staff to deliver outstanding food quality and an exceptional dining experience. This role requires not only culinary expertise but also strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to upholding the company’s policies, standards, and core values.

Key responsibilities include managing food production, controlling food and labor costs to budget, maintaining sanitation and cleanliness standards in preparation for health inspections, and enforcing kitchen discipline, including hiring and termination decisions. The Executive Chef also manages inventory, stock control, ordering, and receiving of food products, as well as staff scheduling and training. Menu development and innovation are crucial parts of the role, requiring culinary trend awareness and creativity to craft new and exciting recipes. The Executive Chef is instrumental in maintaining a kitchen environment that supports both operational efficiency and team morale, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

This hands-on leadership position operates in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment where the candidate must be able to stand for full shifts, lift heavy items, and work under varying conditions while maintaining sharp communication skills and attention to detail. Bottleneck Management supports its employees with comprehensive benefits such as a 401k plan, generous paid time off, employee assistance access, and discounts on dining at the company’s many restaurant locations. This role is ideal for an experienced culinary professional who is passionate about hospitality, adept at managing kitchen operations, and driven to inspire a talented team toward excellence consistently.