Executive Chef

True Food Kitchen is a leading full-service restaurant collection with locations spanning the United States from coast to coast. Known for its commitment to serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes, True Food Kitchen offers a uniquely health-focused dining experience that appeals to guests seeking quality meals for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. As an employer, True Food Kitchen emphasizes a culture of purpose and impactful work, inviting employees to find true meaning and fulfillment through their roles within the organization. The company believes in creating supportive environments where colleagues can thrive professionally and personally, fostering both individual growth and operational excellence. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and identities. The restaurant is recognized for its collaborative team-oriented approach and dedication to exceptional guest experiences, making it a standout destination in the competitive hospitality industry.

The role being offered is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing high-volume service operations with a focus on maximizing sales, profitability, and ensuring operational excellence. The successful candidate will partner closely with both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) leadership teams to drive financial performance through strong profit and loss management, inventory control, and effective cash flow monitoring. This position requires a hands-on leader who not only manages but actively supports and mentors team members across all stations to maintain consistency, foster growth, and uphold the highest standards of quality and food presentation. A significant part of the role includes conducting regular line checks, facility inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations such as EcoSure and Health inspections to guarantee a safe and compliant kitchen environment.

The candidate will also be responsible for managing the hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management processes in partnership with the General Manager. This leadership role emphasizes coaching and mentoring to create clear pathways for growth among managers and hourly team members. Success in this position requires navigating the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of a full-service restaurant while maintaining grace and professionalism in handling last-minute requests and dynamic operational challenges.

True Food Kitchen offers a competitive compensation package including flexible paid time off, a long-term incentive bonus plan, health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and additional perks such as pet insurance, gym membership discounts, and 401(k) matching. This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced restaurant manager passionate about hospitality and dedicated to delivering unforgettable dining experiences to join a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being and career development.