Top 19 Executive chef Jobs in Maine

Director of Culinary
Sunday River —Newry, ME
- $96,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
The Press Hotel —Portland, ME
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef
American Cruise Lines —Bar Harbor, ME
- Full-time
- Background check
- 6 years
- Management
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Executive Chef
Corp. Chefs —Bar Harbor, ME
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Associate's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Chef de Cuisine
Cliff House Maine —Cape Neddick, ME
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- 5 years
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Lead and Catring Chef
Inn By The River —The Forks, ME
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Restaurant
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
Executive Chef
American Dining Creations —Portland, ME
- 7 years
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Sugarloaf Executive Sous Chef
Sugarloaf Mountain —Carrabassett Valley, ME
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Team management
- Senior level
Executive Chef - 58 Culinary
Prentice Organization —Portland, ME
- Seasonal
- Cooking
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Senior level
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Executive Sous Chef
American Cruise Lines —Bar Harbor, ME
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Executive Chef 1
Parkhurst Dining —Waterville, ME
- $69,700 - $87,100 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- 8 years
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef
Caldwell & Park Hospitality LLC —Augusta, ME
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Email
- In-person
- Senior level
- Leadership
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Kitchen Lead & Events Sous Chef
Saint Joseph's College of Maine —Standish, ME
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Paid jury duty
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Sous Chef / Chef de Cuisine
The Burleigh at Kennebunkport Inn —Kennebunkport, ME
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Executive Sous Chef - Cambria Hotel Portland
Colwen Management Inc —Portland, ME
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Pastry Chef - Not a Bakery
Prentice Organization —Scarborough, ME
- Full-time
- Bakery
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Director of Culinary
Sunday River —Newry, ME
Collaborate to develop seasonal menus, special event offerings, and new dining concepts while maintaining each venue's unique identity.
$96,000 - $125,000 a year
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Three Rivers Whitewater Rafting —The Forks, ME
Assist with food ordering, inventory, and kitchen organization. Previous experience as a chef or kitchen manager. Help oversee daily kitchen operations.
$20.00 - $27.50 an hour
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Director of Culinary

Sunday River -
Newry, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
$96,000 - $125,000 a year

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Menu design
Food service purchasing
HACCP Certification
ServSafe
Team leadership
Kitchen cost control
HACCP
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Hospitality industry experience
Mentoring
Managing kitchen staff
Financial performance measurement
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Menu costing
Restaurant cost management
Managing hospitality operations budgets

Full Job Description

Overview:

Sunday River Resort is seeking an experienced Director of Culinary to lead the vision, quality, and execution of its diverse culinary program. This leadership role oversees more than 15 dining venues, ranging from elevated dining and banquets to on-mountain restaurants and quick-service concepts. Reporting to the Vice President of Food & Beverage, the Director of Culinary will drive innovation, operational excellence, financial performance, and team development while helping shape an exceptional dining experience across one of New England's premier four-season resorts.

Responsibilities:

Lead the culinary vision across all resort dining outlets, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
Collaborate to develop seasonal menus, special event offerings, and new dining concepts while maintaining each venue's unique identity.
Mentor and develop Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and culinary team members through coaching, training, and succession planning.
Maintain a visible presence in the kitchens, providing hands-on leadership during service and fostering a culture of excellence.
Oversee food cost, labor management, purchasing, inventory, and menu engineering to achieve financial goals.
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, allergen, and HACCP standards across all culinary operations.
Partner with Food & Beverage Operations, Sales, Marketing, and other resort leaders to support events, promotions, and guest experiences.
Drive continuous improvement through innovation, operational efficiency, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications:

10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including at least 3 years leading multi-outlet culinary operations as an Executive Chef, Director of Culinary, or similar role.
Experience in a full-service resort, luxury hotel, or large-scale hospitality environment; destination or mountain resort experience is a plus.
Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
Proven success managing food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and menu development.
ServSafe Manager Certification required; HACCP certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred.
Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional quality and service standards.

Compensation & Benefits

Wages range from $96k - $125k annually, depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunities for bonus incentive, professional growth, and development.
Team Member Perks include:
Free Ski and Golf Passes for self and dependents, and access to other Boyne Resorts
Resort discounts on dining, retail, lodging, and spa
Benefits package includes health insurance, 401 (k) plan, HSA match, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, and PTO.

The Director of Culinary at Sunday River has the opportunity to shape the culinary experience for thousands of guests while working in one of Maine's most beautiful mountain communities. We offer a collaborative leadership team, opportunities for creativity and innovation, and the chance to make a lasting impact on one of New England's premier four-season resorts.

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