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Executive Chef

$75k - $80k

Goodwin Recruiting

Executive Chef

Portsmouth, NH | $75,000–$80,000 + Quarterly Bonus

A busy Portsmouth restaurant is seeking a hands-on Executive Chef with strong kitchen management experience. Serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, we’re looking for a dependable leader with a strong work ethic, solid culinary skills, and the ability to build a motivated, collaborative team.

This role focuses on daily kitchen operations, staff development, and consistent execution of an established menu.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team through preparation and service.
  • Maintain food quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
  • Create staff schedules and coordinate kitchen coverage.
  • Set clear expectations, hold the team accountable, and step in wherever needed.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Experience as an Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, or comparable kitchen leader.
  • A stable work history with strong tenure and demonstrated commitment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to earn your team’s trust.
  • A hands-on approach, sound judgment, and reliable follow-through.
  • Availability for lunch and dinner shifts, including weekends.

What We Offer:

  • $75,000–$80,000 base salary
  • Quarterly bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Strong opportunities for career growth

Ready to lead a kitchen and help your team succeed? Apply today!

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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