Executive Chef| Little Mama's Italian
$95kLittle Mama's Italian Kitchen
Executive Chef| Little Mama's Italian
Since its debut in 2020, Little Mama's Italianinspired by the nostalgic Italian-American restaurants of the 1960s and 70shas become one of Charlotte's premier Italian dining destinations. A sister concept to the beloved Mama Ricotta's, Little Mama's delivers classic charm, heartfelt hospitality, and elevated Italian-American cuisine in a vibrant, welcoming setting.
Why Choose a Career with FS Food Group?
Competitive base salary: up to $95,000 depending on experience
Achievable monthly bonus structure
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 6 months
50% dining discount at all FS Food Group restaurants
Executive Chef Responsibilities
Execute and oversee a diverse, high-quality Italian-American menu
Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistency and excellence
Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and waste control
Maintain and exceed food safety and sanitation standards
Collaborate with leadership on seasonal features and menu innovation
Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
Strong knowledge of Italian-American cuisine and culinary techniques
Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Creativity and passion for menu development
Solid understanding of food cost control and kitchen operations
ServSafe / Food Safety Manager Certification (preferred)
A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
Be Part of Our Story
At Little Mama's Italian, we're more than a restaurantwe're a destination for those who love authentic Italian-American cuisine and warm, genuine hospitality. If you're a driven culinary leader who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and join FS Food Group as our next Executive Chef.
Work schedule
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
Supplemental pay
- Bonus pay
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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