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Executive Chef

The Post Oak, Longboat Key, FL, United States


Overview
Chart House

Longboat Key, FL

Chart House of Longboat Key is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction of one of Sarasota’s most iconic waterfront restaurants. Set on gorgeous Longboat Key overlooking the sparkling Gulf waters of Sarasota Bay, Chart House offers a dining experience that feels like a tropical getaway, featuring seafood specialties with a local twist in a stunning indoor and outdoor setting. The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, inspire and develop a talented culinary team, and uphold the high standards of quality, creativity, and consistency that define the Chart House brand. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate culinary leader ready to make their mark in an extraordinary location that blends refined dining with coastal elegance.

Benefits

Extensive and well-rounded training program

Continued career development and growth opportunities

Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels

Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401(k)

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Responsibilities

Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment to a "Do Whatever It Takes Attitude" and a hands‑on, lead by example management style

Management of all back of house staff in an upscale / fine dining kitchen, including ongoing training, development, and follow up

Achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other cost centers through proper planning and execution

Oversee weekly and monthly inventories, and ordering of food and supplies

Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of Culinary Management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Chef in an upscale / fine dining establishment

Strong knowledge and attention to detail on back of the house operations including staff supervision, inventory controls and food/labor cost, and product quality

Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic

EOE

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