Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef

divh2Executive Chef/h2pA high-volume, well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Sonoma County is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. This confidential role will oversee multiple kitchens. Were looking for a confident, organized leader with a fine dining background who can inspire their team, maintain exceptional quality, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is a career-defining opportunity for a chef with both vision and grit at a high-profile, well-reviewed restaurant in the heart of wine country, a platform where a talented, ambitious chef can build a name and lead a standout culinary team./ph3Executive Chef Benefits

Compensation/h3pCompetitive salary ($130K+ depending on experience) Bonus Benefits PTO/ph3Executive Chef Requirements

Qualifications/h3pProven experience managing fine dining and high-volume kitchens (200400+ covers nightly) Experience overseeing multiple teams or kitchen locations Ability to lead, train, and mentor Sous Chefs and cooks Strong organizational skills and experience with kitchen systems and vendor management Ability to maintain food costs and drive operational profitability Clear, proactive communicator with FOH/BOH teams Calm, collaborative leadership style under pressure Experience creating staffing schedules and conducting staff reviews with written feedback Ability to manage vendor accounts and ensure timely payments/ph3Executive Chef Preferred Background

Skills/h3pExperience in elevated, seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine Strong financial and analytical skills Track record of building inclusive, collaborative kitchen cultures Ability to streamline operations and consolidate teams for efficiency Experience balancing creativity with operational execution at scale/p/div