Executive Chef - Upscale Italian
$85k - $95kGoodwin Recruiting
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 of Greater Than $4M
• Loyalty- must have 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
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