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Executive Chef

$75k - $90k

Red Heat Tavern

Join Our Team!

Are you an Executive Chef with a passion for made-from-scratch food, premium ingredients, and delivering upscale casual dining experiences that prioritize both quality and hospitality? Are you looking for more than just a job-something meaningful, where you can grow and thrive? Look no further.

We're seeking a talented and motivated Executive Chef to lead our kitchen and be a vital part of our outstanding team and culture.

At Red Heat American Tavern, our passion for food is meant to celebrate, entertain, educate, and nourish as we honor the timeless heritage of cooking with fire, transforming fresh, artisanal ingredients into pure, comforting cuisine. Handcrafted cocktails celebrate our New England roots, global inspiration, and the enduring pleasures of fire, flavor, and friends.

With our legendary service and a chef-inspired menu, we've become a favorite destination for loyal guests. Our team is committed to upholding the values of our founders and delivering exceptional service and quality every day.

We are your neighborhood restaurant; we are your town square; we are Red Heat American Tavern.

What You'll Do:
  • You'll lead our culinary operations with creativity, passion, and precision.
  • Guide, mentor, and develop a talented kitchen team
  • Uphold our commitment to food quality, safety, and consistency
  • Collaborate on seasonal menus that keep our guests excited and coming back
  • Be supported by a company that invests in your success and growth
What You'd Bring:
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, upscale kitchen ($5M+ in annual sales)
  • A strong passion for elevated, made-from-scratch cuisine
  • Inspirational leadership skills and a commitment to team development
  • Strong communication, organization, and BOH operational expertise
  • A positive, inclusive, and solutions-focused mindset
What We Offer:
  • A supportive, growth-oriented work culture
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • A passionate team dedicated to culinary excellence
  • The opportunity to build a meaningful, fulfilling career-not just a job
We Value Diversity & Inclusion

We believe a diverse team makes us stronger. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other factor unrelated to merit.

Ready to lead with purpose and passion? Apply today and discover why this just might be the best job you've ever had.

Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in an upscale, polished casual, or fine dining restaurant with annual sales of $5M+
  • Strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of back-of-house day-to-day restaurant operations
  • Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations, including inventory, food safety, and kitchen leadership
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
  • Passion for hospitality, quality, and delivering an exceptional front-of-house guest experience
  • Availability to work 10-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Allergy Certification


Salary Description


$75,000 - $90,000 per year
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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