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- $92,000 - $97,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
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Executive Chef - The Firehouse Restaurant

The Firehouse Restaurant -
Sacramento, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$92,000 - $97,000 a year

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Fine dining experience
Team leadership
Labor cost analysis
Cooking
Talent development
Team development
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Managing hospitality operations budgets
Senior leadership
Team building

Full Job Description

Description:

Executive Chef

Location: Sacramento, CA
Reports To: General Manager & Ownership
Status: Full-Time | Salary Exempt

Located in the heart of Old Sacramento, The Firehouse Restaurant is a nationally recognized fine dining destination known for exceptional cuisine, elevated service, and a commitment to "Guests First".

The Executive Chef is responsible for leading all kitchen operations, driving culinary excellence, and building a high-performing, accountable back-of-house team.

This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a leader who can elevate standards, develop talent, and elevate the guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Culture

Lead, coach, and develop all BOH team members
Establish clear standards for professionalism, communication, and accountability
Model leadership aligned with The Firehouse values
Partner with GM and the leadership team to drive alignment across FOH/BOH

Culinary Excellence

Design and execute seasonal menus and daily features
Ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and execution
Maintain high-level standards for food safety and sanitation

Operations & Financial Management

Manage food and labor costs to meet financial targets
Oversee purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
Develop efficient kitchen systems and workflows
Analyze performance and implement improvements

Team Development

Recruit, hire, and train kitchen staff
Create a culture of growth, accountability, and performance
Conduct performance management and coaching

Collaboration

Work closely with the Special Events team on execution and planning
Communicate effectively with FOH leadership to ensure seamless service
Support overall restaurant operations and guest satisfaction

Requirements:

Qualifications

10+ years of culinary leadership experience in fine dining
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up
Strong financial acumen (food cost, labor, budgeting)
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams
High standards for professionalism, communication, and accountability
Deep knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Culinary degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Chef who:

Leads with respect and professionalism
Communicates with clarity and consistency
Holds themselves and others accountable
Builds a cohesive, high-performing team
Brings fresh ideas while respecting the Firehouse legacy

Schedule Expectations

Evenings, weekends, holidays required
Flexible schedule based on business needs
Hands-on leadership during service

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