Executive Chef
$100k - $125kHorizon Hospitality Associates Inc
Executive Chef
A premier hospitality brand in Kansas City is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across a dynamic, high-volume dining and catering business. This high-impact leadership position oversees a talented culinary team while driving systems development, operational discipline, and creative menu planning. The company offers high operational autonomy, a brand with a proven track record of success, and strong growth potential. Living and working in the Kansas City metropolitan area provides access to a vibrant cultural scene, world-renowned culinary traditions, professional sports, and an exceptional quality of life with an affordable cost of living.
Executive Chef Responsibilities:
- Manage all culinary activities, processes, and training for kitchen teams across high-volume dining and catering brands.
- Oversee, coach, and mentor an established culinary leadership structure, including Executive Sous Chefs and hourly Sous Chefs.
- Drive daily food production while maintaining strict oversight of food costs, labor budgets, quality standards, and presentation.
- Direct high-volume event execution, including large-scale on-site and off-site plated catering events for 500+ guests.
- Maintain complete ownership of menu creation and development in collaboration with senior sales and operations leadership.
- Ensure full compliance with Health Department, OSHA, and corporate sanitation and safety regulations.
Executive Chef Qualifications:
- Progressive culinary leadership experience managing high-volume operations generating at least $10M in annual revenue.
- Passion for training and development.
- Demonstrated expertise in executing large-scale catering and plated events for groups of 500 or more guests.
- Proven track record in developing kitchen systems, controlling operational costs, and mentoring culinary staff.
- Active ServSafe certification or ability to certify during onboarding.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 annually.
- Bonus: Uncapped quarterly bonus program based on sales growth and profitability, forecasted at $10,000 - $20,000 annually.
- Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Relocation: Assistance available on a case-by-case basis.
If you are an accomplished culinary leader ready to drive operational excellence across premier hospitality brands, apply today! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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