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Executive Chef

$90k - $100k

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Executive Chef Bay Area

At Lazy Dog, we're all about scratch cooking, genuine hospitality, and leaders who take pride in developing great teams. We're looking for an experienced, high-volume Executive Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, people-first kitchen and loves creating memorable guest experiences.

What We Offer

  • $90,000$100,000 / year + achievable bonus
  • Paid vacations
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Company-paid meal card
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Real growth opportunities

Must-Have Qualifications

  • 2+ years of high-volume, full-service Executive Chef experience
  • Ability to create a fun, positive, team-focused working environment
  • Strong judgment, decision-making, and preparation skills
  • Proven ability to build strong relationships with culinary teams, hospitality teams, and guests
  • Confident leadership style with the ability to guide, coach, and inspire diverse teams

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily culinary operations with a focus on scratch cooking, consistency, and quality
  • Conduct regular restaurant inspections to ensure excellence in food preparation, presentation, sanitation, and team appearance
  • Execute line checks, task lists, and sanitation walk-throughs using Ecosure food safety programs
  • Oversee product purchasing, inventory, and culinary budget management
  • Build sales through great execution and protect profitability by managing the details
  • Motivate and recognize your team, creating a culture where people feel valued and supported
  • Ensure all teammates have the tools, training, and resources to succeed
  • Manage ordering and inventory processes
  • Identify, hire, develop, and evaluate culinary talent
  • Maintain budgeted food cost and weekly inventory levels
  • Create and manage culinary schedules aligned with forecasting and labor goals
  • Communicate clearly and professionally in writing, in person, and across teams

Licenses & Certifications

  • ServSafe Card (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois)
  • Food Handlers Card (California, Nevada, Texas, Virginia)

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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