Fine Dining Executive Chef

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Executive Chef

A bespoke hospitality group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a dynamic culinary program for an award-winning restaurant and private events. This role offers the opportunity to shape menus, mentor a strong culinary team, and drive a guest experience built on quality, creativity, and consistency.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Executive Chef salary

Performance-based bonus potential

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Dining privileges and hospitality perks

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Collaborative leadership culture within an established hospitality group

Opportunity to shape menus and culinary direction across multiple outlets

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining restaurant

Demonstrated experience overseeing restaurant dining and private events

ServSafe certification required

Strong knowledge of menu engineering, recipe costing, purchasing strategy, and food cost control

Experience managing culinary teams, training kitchen leadership, and building a positive kitchen culture

Proven ability to maintain food cost targets, inventory management, and operational profitability

Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department standards

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a hospitality environment

Must Haves

Lead menu development with seasonal updates while maintaining profitability and brand identity

Direct culinary execution across restaurant service, private events, and additional food outlets

Monitor guest feedback, reviews, and service trends to continuously refine the dining experience

Maintain accurate recipes, portioning, and costing systems to ensure reliable profitability reporting

Mentor kitchen managers and culinary staff through structured training and development

Partner with sales, banquets, and leadership teams to execute high-volume events and special programming

Oversee labor scheduling and staffing to align operational efficiency with revenue goals

Maintain operational oversight of kitchen equipment, facilities, and workflow across outlets

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