Chef de Cuisine

At Earls, we're passionate about creating unforgettable moments for our guests while fostering a culture where people can learn, grow, and have fun along the way. With exciting growth ahead, there's endless opportunity to build skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career with an energetic, supportive team driven by hospitality.

We are looking for a dedicated Chef de Cuisine prepared to elevate their career to the next level of culinary and leadership. You will advance your professional development through personalized plans focused on optimizing Back-of-House (BOH) operations, mastering strategic restaurant management, and actively developing a team of culinary leaders. Successful candidates are passionate and committed to delivering flawless guest experience, personal mastery, and contributing to the growth of future leaders and the organization.

What's in it for you:

Unparalleled career growth driven by our active nationwide expansion, with new openings in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Hawaii, and Nashville, Boston up next, and more to come
• Dedicated initiatives to recognize and reward outstanding performance
• Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, Life Insurance & LTD coverage
• Leadership meal budget + employee discounts
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• Leadership + mentorship programs
• Cell phone allowance

As a Chef de Cuisine, you will:

Strategically recruit, onboard, and develop the next generation of Sous Chefs and high-performing culinary partners
• Maintain active oversight of all Back-of-House operations to ensure flawless service execution and uphold key profit metrics
• Master and utilize Earls' selection, development, and recognition programs to cultivate an engaging and supportive experience for all kitchen leaders and partners
• Drive improved business results by developing and implementing collaborative, strategic action plans with the entire kitchen leadership team

What we need from you:

Required experience in a Chef de Cuisine or comparable culinary leadership role within the hospitality/restaurant industry
• Exceptional coaching and leadership skills to actively develop Sous Chefs and the next generation of high-performing BOH leaders.
• A commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging kitchen culture for your team members
• A drive for continuous growth, with an active openness to feedback, coaching, and mentorship
• Drive seamless service execution by maintaining strong cross-functional alignment and clear communication between the Front-of-House and Back-of-House teams
• Be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; frequent bending, reaching, and stretching; repetitive manual tasks; and lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• The ability to legally work in the United States
• Earls is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. We believe bringing together people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities is essential to our success, and brings us closer to living our purpose to Make Life Awesome.

All employment decisions inclusive of recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotions and terminations are based on qualifications, competencies and merit, without the consideration of any legally protected ground. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.