Head Culinary Leader

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Quarterly bonus program
generous PTO
Closed on six major holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Dining allowance
Employee Discounts

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead our high-performing kitchen team. This executive-level position demands a culinary leader who thrives under pressure, values strong standards, and is passionate about building and developing great teams. The role calls for meticulous attention to detail in executing a chef-inspired menu with consistency, speed, and superior quality. Leading a full-service scratch kitchen with an annual volume exceeding $5 million, the Executive Chef will be responsible for all kitchen operations, including food cost management, inventory, ordering, and waste controls to safeguard profitability. Furthermore, the Executive Chef will take ownership of quality control measures encompassing taste, presentation, portioning, and prompt ticket-time performance. This career-defining opportunity offers the ability to manage and inspire culinary talent, impose operational discipline through structured systems and organization, and uphold sanitation, safety, and equipment readiness standards at the highest level. The position also includes a quarterly bonus program, generous paid time off, closures on major holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage, as well as dining allowances and discounts. Join us to be part of an exceptional culinary team dedicated to excellence and innovation in an upscale steakhouse environment.

Job Requirements

  • 3 plus years as an Executive Chef in a fine dining, full-service scratch kitchen
  • Proven ability to run high-volume service with 5 million plus annual revenue
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Track record of developing teams
  • Solid operational discipline

Job Qualifications

  • 3 plus years as an Executive Chef in a fine dining, full-service scratch kitchen
  • Proven ability to run high-volume service with 5 million plus annual revenue without sacrificing standards
  • Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing teams
  • Solid operational discipline including systems, organization, and execution

Job Duties

  • Execute a chef-inspired menu with consistency, speed, and exceptional attention to detail
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop a talented culinary team
  • Own quality control including taste, presentation, portioning, and ticket-time performance
  • Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste to protect profitability
  • Lead kitchen operations including sanitation, safety, and equipment readiness

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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