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Executive Chef - Soul Food Restaurant

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Job Description

Job Description

Executive Chef – Soul Food Restaurant

Join a well-established restaurant group known for its authentic Southern cuisine. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your passion for soul food and strong culinary leadership to a vibrant, high-volume kitchen celebrated for its scratch cooking and tradition. If you’re committed to delivering a memorable guest experience while leading and developing your team, this role offers a rewarding path for growth and impact.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Paid time off
  • Employee meal discounts
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Career growth opportunities

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 3–5+ years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience
  • Experience in soul food, Southern cuisine, BBQ, comfort food, or scratch kitchens preferred
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Knowledge of food cost controls and labor management
  • ServSafe Certification preferred
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • Catering and banquet experience
  • Smoker/grill experience
  • Multi-unit or franchise restaurant background
  • Menu engineering and recipe costing experience
  • Experience managing kitchen P&L performance

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Lead all back-of-house kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish
  • Develop and execute soul food and Southern-inspired menus, standardize recipes, and control portions
  • Hire, train, and coach the kitchen team to create a positive, respectful culture
  • Oversee inventory management, control food costs, and manage vendor relationships
  • Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
  • Coordinate prep, daily line execution, catering, and special event production

  • If you are passionate about soul food and ready to shape an outstanding kitchen culture, we encourage you to apply.
Vacancy posted 11 days ago
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