Client Executive Chef

We’re looking for an experienced, energetic, imaginative Client Executive Chef who shares our vision for a reinvented lunch and readily embraces diverse nutritional needs. Our Executive Chef has a passion for creating unforgettable food experiences, takes a detail‑oriented approach to elevating dishes, and wants to learn valuable business skills to further their career. We provide daily lunch for some of the hottest startups. We need a chef who works well in a fast‑paced environment and is responsive to the needs of our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience as a sous chef or senior sous chef at a high‑end restaurant or hotel. If you excel in the kitchen, love to experiment with fresh ingredients and can easily take feedback in stride, apply now and let’s get cooking! What you’ll be doing Design, prepare and coordinate unique weekly menus supporting up to 450 guests per day Support a scratch‑cooking environment, producing menus across a variety of cuisines and flavors while accommodating dietary restrictions and allergens Spearhead execution of new product lines and culinary practices Participate in critical discussions regarding eater satisfaction and business growth with the client Act as liaison between business team and culinary team regarding client details and feedback Manage, coach and train the kitchen staff Own supply ordering and inventory; oversee COGS Monitor and manage portion control and food costs Execute strict quality control and assurance Ensure kitchen operations meet company and facility standards Comply with and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards Have 1-3 years of kitchen leadership experience Enjoy exercising creativity in menu development Understand diverse cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment Be a natural leader in practice and attitude Be comfortable being client‑facing, can present confidently and remain calm in pressured situations Think quickly and critically under pressure Be willing to learn and adopt business needs and practices Be comfortable managing, organizing, and communicating using technology Have experience with Google applications (Gmail, Google Drive), Microsoft Office Benefits Compensation: $80k‑115k per year + yearly bonus opportunity; negotiable based on experience Company‑sponsored health insurance plans, including 100% company‑paid HDHP, as well as vision and dental opt‑in 401(k) program available after six months of employment Unlimited paid time off; 10 paid company holidays Monthly cell phone usage reimbursement Free lunch during meal service Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization and learn with a fast‑growing start‑up Job Type: Full Time Shift: Weekdays Weekly day range: Monday - Friday Eligibility: This position must maintain a ServSafe Food Handler card (company‑paid). Work environment: This is a position based both in a commercial kitchen and on‑site in client offices. Physical requirements: This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and bend, squat, and reach. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strongly encourage people of color, individuals with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non‑binary candidates to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr