Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $75,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
excellent earning potential
Attainable bonus
comprehensive training
three weeks paid time off annually
401K with company match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
New store openings with growth opportunities
holiday closures
Job Description
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is a celebrated full-service restaurant known for its warm hospitality and commitment to culinary excellence. With a focus on delivering an exceptional dining experience, Firebirds combines a vibrant atmosphere with carefully crafted dishes prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The establishment thrives on fostering a positive work culture that emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and personal growth. Recognized for its dedication to both customers and employees, Firebirds offers an inviting environment where culinary professionals can thrive and expand their careers. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company values diversity and inclusivity across all its teams.
The Executive Chef role at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill plays a pivotal part in the restaurant’s success. This position oversees all back of house operations, including managing kitchen team members, ensuring consistent food production, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and cleanliness. The Executive Chef is responsible for coaching and developing sous chefs and other back of house team members, providing constructive feedback and training to enhance their skills and knowledge across various kitchen stations. This leadership role demands the ability to stay calm and composed under pressure, demonstrating strong communication and organizational abilities.
Alongside managing daily kitchen activities, the Executive Chef participates in critical tasks such as butchering, ordering inventory, and maintaining portion control, fostering a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment alongside restaurant managers. As a key player in Firebirds’ operational and service excellence, the Executive Chef also participates in hiring processes to ensure the kitchen team remains staffed with motivated and capable professionals. The role offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,000 annually, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and opportunities for career advancement through new store openings and company-supported development programs. This position is ideal for culinary individuals who are passionate about leading teams, delivering exceptional food experiences, and contributing to the dynamic and supportive culture at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill.
The Executive Chef role at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill plays a pivotal part in the restaurant’s success. This position oversees all back of house operations, including managing kitchen team members, ensuring consistent food production, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and cleanliness. The Executive Chef is responsible for coaching and developing sous chefs and other back of house team members, providing constructive feedback and training to enhance their skills and knowledge across various kitchen stations. This leadership role demands the ability to stay calm and composed under pressure, demonstrating strong communication and organizational abilities.
Alongside managing daily kitchen activities, the Executive Chef participates in critical tasks such as butchering, ordering inventory, and maintaining portion control, fostering a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment alongside restaurant managers. As a key player in Firebirds’ operational and service excellence, the Executive Chef also participates in hiring processes to ensure the kitchen team remains staffed with motivated and capable professionals. The role offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,000 annually, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and opportunities for career advancement through new store openings and company-supported development programs. This position is ideal for culinary individuals who are passionate about leading teams, delivering exceptional food experiences, and contributing to the dynamic and supportive culture at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high volume, full service restaurant
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to maintain composure in fast-paced environments
- Experience with kitchen team development and training
- Proficient in inventory management and ordering
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple kitchen stations
- Butchering skills
- Prior experience working in scratch kitchen environments preferred
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years high volume, full service restaurant experience in an Executive Chef position
- Warm, passionate, and committed to the industry
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to remain calm, cool, and collected under pressure
- Self-actualized and motivated
- Self-discipline
- maintained professional appearance
- Butchering experience required
- Scratch Kitchen Experience preferred
Job Duties
- Manages back of house team members, operations and food production for the restaurant and FIREBAR®
- Trains and develops Sous Chef
- Provides direction and training to team members by coaching, counseling and providing feedback on job performance
- Cross trains team members, evaluates, encourages, and teaches team members to improve and widen their kitchen knowledge on each station
- Supervises and participates in butchering and portion control on each shift
- Responsible for creating a positive environment that sets the expectation for quality food and a neat, clean and organized kitchen
- Responsible for team development by interviewing and hiring back of house team members to maintain staffing goals
- Accountable for ordering produce, seafood, and main food orders
- Conducts inventory bi-weekly in a team effort
- Comfortable working in a team driven kitchen and closely works with all managers
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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