Executive Chef

divh2Executive Chef/h2pWe are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations within our upscale, high-volume restaurant. As part of a respected and growing hospitality group, this is an opportunity for a creative and disciplined culinary leader to showcase their expertise while mentoring a talented kitchen team./ppThe ideal candidate will combine strong operational management with a love for culinary innovation, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards of quality, presentation, and consistency. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives on collaboration, team development, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences./ppstrongExecutive Chef Benefits/Compensation:/strong/pulliCompetitive base salary ($85K$105K) plus performance-based bonus/liliHealth, dental, and vision insurance/liliCompany-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program/liliPaid parental leave and weekly pay/liliAnnual merit increase/liliCareer growth opportunities within a nationally expanding hospitality group/li/ulpstrongExecutive Chef Requirements/Responsibilities:/strong/pulli35+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager in upscale, full-service dining/liliLead all Back-of-House (BOH) operations, ensuring quality, safety, and consistency across all menu items/liliRecruit, train, and develop kitchen staff, building a high-performing and motivated culinary team/liliManage kitchen labor, food costs, and inventory to achieve profitability targets/liliCollaborate closely with the General Manager and FOH leadership to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction/liliOversee menu execution, presentation, and adherence to brand recipes and standards/liliUphold health, safety, and sanitation compliance; train team members on proper food handling and allergen protocols/liliAnalyze BOH financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain accurate PL reporting/liliDemonstrate strong leadership presence, fostering communication and alignment across all departments/liliCulinary degree preferred; ServSafe certification required or ability to obtain upon hire/li/ul/div