Top 28 Executive chef Jobs in Clearwater Fl

Executive Chef
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. —Tampa, FL
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Madeira Beach —Madeira Beach, FL
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Senior level
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Executive Chef
15th St Farm —Saint Petersburg, FL
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
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Executive Chef | Raymond James Stadium
Legends Global —Tampa, FL
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Basic math
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Food and Beverage Director (Dining Services Director/Executive Chef)
Addington Place College Harbor —Saint Petersburg, FL
- Microsoft Excel
- Skilled nursing facility
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Chef Manager
Universal Weather and Aviation —Tampa, FL
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef
Main Street Entertainment Group —Tampa, FL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill —Clearwater, FL
- Bilingual
- Casual dining restaurant
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Culinary Director
INNOVATIVE THE LANDMARK —Clearwater, FL
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Cooking
- Continuous improvement
- Senior level
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Executive Chef
15h St Farm —Saint Petersburg, FL
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
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12h
Chef Manager - St. Petersburg, FL
Canteen —Saint Petersburg, FL
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Chef de Cuisine - Market
Marriott International, Inc —Tampa, FL
- $90,000 - $116,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
Executive Sous Chef
Ardea Country Club —Oldsmar, FL
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Sous Chef
Bern's Steak House —Tampa, FL
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel reimbursement
- Free parking
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Executive Sous Chef
TradeWinds Island Resort —Saint Pete Beach, FL
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Hotel
13d
Kitchen Director/ Executive Chef
Chick-fil-A —Tampa, FL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef de Cuisine, New Restaurant Opening
Naked Farmer Careers —Saint Petersburg, FL
- Sanitation
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Dental insurance
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Chef de Cuisine
Aramark —Tampa, FL
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Kitchen
Head Chef
Cru Hospitality Group —Tampa, FL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Senior level
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Lead Event Chef - Part Time
Puff 'N Stuff Catering —Tampa, FL
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- English
- Mid-level
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Executive Chef

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. -
Tampa, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $115,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Team leadership
English
Managing kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Executive Chef

For more than 130 years and four generations, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has handcrafted the world's finest cigars in the heart of Tampa's historic Ybor City. Our factory, El Reloj, is the last operating hand-rolled cigar factory in the United States-a living landmark where more than 25,000 guests from around the world visit each year to experience Tampa's cigar heritage.

In late 2026, we will open three new hospitality experiences inside a beautifully restored 1910 building across the street from El Reloj: Elaine's, a classic American restaurant with continental and local influences serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Stanford's Cigar Club, a premium cigar lounge with barrel-aged spirits and an exclusive cigar program; and The Inn at El Reloj, an eleven-room boutique hotel. Together, they form the El Reloj District-a hospitality destination unlike anything else in Tampa.

We are seeking an Executive Chef to build and lead the culinary program across the property from the ground up. This is an exceptional opportunity to define the culinary identity of a brand-new operation-developing the menus, assembling the team, establishing the standards, and shaping the culture from day one-within one of Tampa's most significant historic properties.

What You Will Do

As Executive Chef, you will serve as the culinary leader across all food and beverage operations on the property, including Elaine's Restaurant, inn amenities, room service, and private events for up to 200 guests. Your primary responsibility is to build and lead a high-performing kitchen team, develop menus that reflect the character and heritage of the property, and deliver a consistently exceptional guest experience.

You will:

Define and execute the culinary identity and menu concepts for the restaurant, inn, and private event programs
Build, train, and lead the kitchen team from the ground up, fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, and continuous development
Oversee daily kitchen operations across a fully equipped facility with dedicated restaurant, event, and prep lines
Uphold the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency across all meal periods and venues
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
Manage purchasing, vendor relationships, inventory, and food cost controls to drive profitability
Collaborate closely with the General Manager and service team to maintain seamless front-of-house and heart-of-house alignment as one unified operation
Partner with ownership and management on seasonal menus, special programming, and event Execution
Oversee inn amenities, including daily breakfast service and complimentary food and beverage offerings

Who You Are

You are passionate about hospitality and culinary excellence. You lead with confidence, inspire your team, and understand that great food and great service are inseparable. You are as much a leader and teacher as you are a cook-organized, efficient, and committed to developing the people around you.

You bring:

Minimum of five years of culinary leadership experience in upscale, fine dining, or boutique hotel environments
A demonstrated record of building or significantly elevating a culinary program
Experience managing food and beverage operations across multiple meal periods and service formats
Experience with catering, private dining, and large-scale event operations
Proven ability to recruit, train, develop, and retain high-performing teams
Strong financial acumen-experience managing budgets, food costs, and P&L performance
Excellent interpersonal and cross-departmental communication skills
Proficiency in English required; Spanish fluency preferred

Physical RequirementsWork Environment

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Frequent reaching, handling kitchen tools, and operating equipment
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to heat, cold, steam, and other typical kitchen conditions
Full-time position with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs

Why You Will Want This Role

Build a culinary program from the ground up inside a landmark historic restoration backed by significant investment
Define the menus, assemble the team, and establish the culture for a brand-new hospitality destination
Join a 130-year, four-generation family business that values craftsmanship, heritage, and doing things the right way
Work in a state-of-the-art kitchen designed by a nationally recognized kitchen design firm with dedicated restaurant, event, and prep lines
Be part of the El Reloj District in one of Tampa's most iconic and storied neighborhoods

CompensationBenefits

We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience:

$95,000–$115,000 starting salary, commensurate with experience, plus performance bonus
Full medical, vision, and dental insurance
401(k) savings plan with company match
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Company-sponsored long-term disability
Paid time off

Ready to Join Us?

If you are a culinary leader with the experience and vision to build an exceptional program from the ground up, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Please submit your resume and a brief note about your culinary background to [email protected] or apply online at www.jcnewman.com/careers.

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment drug screening.

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