Top 45 Executive chef Jobs in Detroit Mi

Executive Chef
The Elia Group LLC —Detroit, MI
- $86,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Profit sharing
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Detroit, MI
- $127,000 - $164,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Full Service Hotel Executive Chef
Southfield Westin - Atrium Hospitality —Southfield, MI
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef, Little Caesars Arena
Delaware North —Detroit, MI
- $118,900 - $149,700 a year
- Evenings as needed
- 3 years
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Director of Culinary Development
Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace —Troy, MI
- $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Executive Chef —Grosse Pointe, MI
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hospitality
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Paid time off
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Executive Chef
Hollywood Casino at Greektown —Detroit, MI
- From $110,000 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- 401(k)
- Benefits from day one
Chef De Cuisine
Hollywood Casino at Greektown —Detroit, MI
- $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
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Chef de Cuisine – American Fine Dining Restaurant
THE ELIA GROUP LLC —Detroit, MI
- $68,000 - $74,000 a year
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Executive Chef
MARCUS SAMUELSSON RESTAURANT GROUP —Detroit, MI
- $95,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Public speaking
- English
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Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
ERNIE'S —Clinton Township, MI
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
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Executive Chef Hillsdale College
Metz Culinary Management —Detroit, MI
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- University
- Mentoring
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
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EXECUTIVE CHEF, BENCH / FLOATING
TouchPoint —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Full Time Chef/Manager
Ovations Dining Services —Bloomfield Hills, MI
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Weekends only
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef Manager
Aramark —Dearborn, MI
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Customer service
- No high school diploma
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
Social Birmingham —Birmingham, MI
- $70,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Chef
Second Best Detroit —Detroit, MI
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Writing skills
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Executive Sous Chef - FT
MotorCity Casino Hotel —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- No high school diploma
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Executive Sous Chef
THE ELIA GROUP LLC —Detroit, MI
- $68,000 - $74,000 a year
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- 401(k)
- Vision insurance
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EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Travel
CCL Hospitality Group —Detroit, MI
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef

The Elia Group LLC -
Detroit, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,000 - $105,000 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Profit sharing
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Menu design
Fine dining experience
Team leadership
Talent development
Team development
Kitchen cost control
American cuisine
Italian cuisine
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Senior leadership
Team building

Full Job Description

Position Description:

Salary: $86,000 - $105,000 plus 15% Profit Sharing

COMPANY SUMMARY

ELIA Group is a multi-faceted, fully integrated real estate and hospitality company that acquires, develops, and manages commercial properties in landmark locations throughout the United States. In Real Estate & Development and Hospitality, we don't sit back and let things happen, we make things happen! Whether we're crafting deals or cocktails, our unparalleled attention to detail leads to award-winning real estate development and hospitality projects.

POSITION SUMMARY

Elia Group is seeking a visionary and disciplined Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations for our fine dining American restaurant in downtown Detroit. This is not simply a kitchen leadership role — it is an opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a flagship Detroit restaurant. The Executive Chef will define the menu narrative, drive culinary innovation rooted in American tradition, and maintain uncompromising standards of excellence in execution, hospitality, and financial performance. The ideal candidate is both an artist and an operator: creatively ambitious, technically elite, operationally rigorous, and deeply committed to developing talent.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Culinary Leadership & Vision

Develop and execute seasonal, ingredient-driven menus that reflect refined American cuisine.
Lead tasting, testing, and R&D processes to ensure dishes meet the highest standards of flavor, technique, and presentation.
Maintain consistency in execution across all services, events, and private dining.
Elevate plating aesthetics and overall culinary storytelling aligned with the Elia Group's brand identity.

Kitchen Operations & Systems

Oversee all back-of-house operations, including prep, service, sanitation, and workflow optimization.
Implement and maintain detailed recipe specs, plating guides, and production standards.
Establish systems for inventory control, waste management, and procurement efficiency.
Ensure smooth coordination between culinary and front-of-house leadership.

Financial & Cost Management

Maintain disciplined control of food cost, labor cost, and purchasing.
Drive profitability without compromising quality.
Partner with ownership and leadership to forecast, budget, and optimize margins.
Analyze P&L performance and implement corrective strategies when needed.

Team Development & Culture

Recruit, train, and develop a high-performance culinary team.
Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and excellence.
Mentor sous chefs and key culinary leaders to build long-term bench strength.
Lead by example — presence, discipline, and standards matter.

Guest Experience

Collaborate with leadership to elevate the overall dining experience.
Engage with guests when appropriate to reinforce brand presence.
Continuously refine the culinary experience to maintain relevance in Detroit's competitive fine dining landscape.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure strict adherence to health department regulations and food safety protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

Culinary leadership experience, with 3 to 5 years as an Executive Chef in a fine dining environment.
Must have previous Executive Chef experience in an Italian restaurant or concept, with demonstrated expertise in authentic Italian cuisine, menu development, and kitchen leadership.
Strong background in elevated American cuisine with refined technique.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-volume fine dining service with precision.
Proven financial acumen and cost management expertise.
Experience building and developing high-performing culinary teams.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

At ELIA, we use our unique experience and contributions to deliver more than value – we set new standards! We seek someone that is looking for more than a job – we want to work with someone who is as passionate as us about what we do and how we go about doing it. We are seeking a leader who is:

Creatively ambitious but operationally disciplined
Calm under pressure
Detail-obsessed
Relentless about standards
Motivated to build something lasting

This role requires a chef who views hospitality as both craft and business.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive executive-level salary (commensurate with experience)
Performance-based incentive structure
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k)
Employee Dining Benefits
Opportunity for long-term growth within a multi-venue hospitality group

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is regularly required to stand, reach, bend and lift heavy objects. The noise level in the work environment is typically high.

Stamina and Endurance: Ability to work long hours on your feet, including during busy periods and events.
Strength: Capability to lift and move heavy kitchen equipment, pots, pans, and food items, often weighing up to 50 pounds.
Mobility: Agility to navigate tight or crowded kitchen spaces and quickly respond to various tasks and emergencies.
Manual Dexterity: Skill in handling cooking tools and equipment with precision, including chopping, stirring, and plating.
Good Hand-Eye Coordination: Coordination for tasks like food preparation, arranging dishes, and managing multiple kitchen activities simultaneously.
Tolerance to Heat and Moisture: Comfort working in hot, steamy kitchen environments with exposure to high temperatures from stoves, ovens, and dishwashers.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve based on operational needs, growth initiatives, and leadership strategy.

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