Executive Chef - Upscale Italian

A respected, locally owned restaurant group in Charlotte is hiring an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume, scratch-made Italian kitchen. This group is known for consistent quality, chef-driven food, and a professional culture focused on standards, systems, and true hospitality. This is a hands‑on culinary leadership position for a chef who excels in Italian cuisine, thrives in fast‑paced kitchens, and consistently develops stable, high‑performing teams. Executive Chef Salary and Compensation Base salary $85,000 to $95,000 Structured monthly performance bonus 100 percent employer‑paid medical and dental benefits PTO available after 6 months Company‑paid life insurance Executive Chef Requirements and Qualifications 4 years of leadership experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine Background in Italian Restaurants; Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, sauces, and foundational techniques High volume environment experience—must have worked with sales volumes greater than $4M Loyalty—must have a work history of tenures of at least 2 years in each previous role; no more than 3 jobs in 5 years Proven success with ordering, inventory, scheduling, COGS, and labor controls Executive Chef Preferred Background and Skills Authentic Italian or Italian‑American culinary background High‑volume scratch‑kitchen experience Solid tenure history with two years or more in most prior roles Proven ability to stabilize, strengthen, and develop back‑of‑house teams Strong business acumen and a focus on cost management and consistent execution Leadership style that blends standards, accountability, coaching, and calm under pressure Comfortable working with involved ownership that values structure and performance #J-18808-Ljbffr