Lead the Kitchen. Develop the Team. Drive the Business.
A highly successful, established full-service restaurant organization is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Executive Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager to lead culinary operations at a high-volume restaurant.
We are looking for more than a strong chef. We need a business-minded culinary leader who can build a great team, execute at a high level, control costs, maintain exceptional food and safety standards, and create a kitchen culture built around accountability and consistency.
The right candidate understands that great culinary leadership is about people, product, execution, and profitability.
What You’ll Lead
As the Executive Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager, you will have ownership of the restaurant’s culinary operation, including:
· Leading, coaching, developing, and retaining the culinary team
· Driving consistent food quality, presentation, recipe execution, and ticket times
· Managing food cost, waste, inventory, purchasing, and productivity
· Building effective schedules aligned with forecasted business levels
· Managing culinary labor and controlling overtime
· Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing kitchen talent
· Maintaining exceptional sanitation, food safety, and cleanliness standards
· Conducting effective line checks and ensuring shift readiness
· Creating clear accountability for daily execution
· Partnering with restaurant leadership to deliver strong sales and profitability
· Developing future culinary leaders and building a strong leadership bench
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
· 3+ years of Executive Chef, Executive Kitchen Manager, or senior culinary leadership experience
· Experience leading a high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchen
· Proven ability to develop and retain strong culinary teams
· Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, waste, and restaurant financial performance
· Excellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
· Ability to maintain high standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
· Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
· A hands-on leadership style with a strong sense of urgency
· A track record of creating accountability while building a positive team culture
The Leader We’re Looking For
You set the standard rather than simply enforcing it.
You are comfortable being on the floor and in the kitchen during peak periods. You know your numbers, understand your business, develop your people, and address problems quickly.
You believe that great results come from great routines executed consistently.
You take ownership.
You develop people.
You protect the guest experience.
You expect excellence—and you know how to coach a team to achieve it.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to join an established restaurant organization that values strong operators and provides opportunities for continued leadership development and career growth.
We offer a competitive compensation package, benefits, performance incentives, and the opportunity to lead a significant culinary operation.
CONFIDENTIALITY
This is a confidential leadership search.
All applications and inquiries will be handled with discretion. Candidates currently employed within the restaurant industry are encouraged to apply and can expect their interest to remain confidential throughout the initial recruiting process.
If you’re an accomplished culinary leader ready for your next challenge, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply with your resume and a brief summary of the size and scope of the culinary operations you currently or most recently led.
Execution. Accountability. Consistency.
Pay: $94,000.00 - $99,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
