Executive Chef

Job Description Job Description Executive Chef - High-Volume Restaurant Salary Up to $100,000 + Bonus Growth Opportunity
Ready to put your stamp on a kitchen? We are seeking a creative, energetic Executive Chef to take the lead in a high-volume restaurant operation. This is an opportunity for a culinary leader who brings strong fundamentals but also has fresh ideas, new energy, and the drive to elevate a kitchen. We're open to an established Executive Chef or a talented Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or emerging culinary leader who is ready to take the next step.
This isn't a role for someone who simply wants to maintain what's already in place. We want a chef who is excited to develop people, bring ideas to the table, improve execution, and create food that keeps guests coming back.
What You'll Do

• Lead all BOH operations with a visible, hands-on presence in the kitchen
• Bring fresh ideas to menus, specials, presentation, and overall culinary execution
• Develop seasonal dishes while maintaining consistency and profitability
• Coach, train, and develop a strong culinary team
• Build a kitchen culture centered around accountability, teamwork, and pride
• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing, and waste
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, and organization
• Work closely with restaurant leadership to improve the overall guest experience
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen systems, efficiency, and execution
• Recruit and develop culinary talent while building a strong leadership bench

Who We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• Executive Chef experience is welcome, but strong Executive Sous Chefs and Chefs de Cuisine ready for the next step are encouraged to apply
• High-volume restaurant experience
• Creative culinary mindset with the ability to turn ideas into executable, profitable dishes
• Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, purchasing, and inventory
• Hands-on leadership style-you're comfortable working alongside your team
• Ability to develop people and create accountability without losing the positive culture
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Passion for food and an interest in evolving menus rather than simply maintaining them
• Culinary degree is a plus, but real-world experience matters more

What's In It for You

• Salary up to $100,000
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to have a real voice in the culinary direction of the restaurant
• Freedom to bring fresh ideas and creativity to the kitchen
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Stable operation with a supportive leadership team

If you're a culinary leader with great fundamentals, fresh ideas, and the ambition to make an impact, this could be the opportunity to take your career to the next level.