Executive Chef - Premiere Restaurant Group
$90k - $100kGecko Hospitality
Job Description
Job Description
Executive Chef – Fine Dining Steakhouse | Downtown Detroit
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and talented Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at a high-profile, upscale steakhouse concept located in the heart of downtown Detroit. This is a confidential search on behalf of an established, premier fine dining operation — additional details, including the restaurant name, will be shared directly with candidates who are a strong fit once initial conversations take place.
This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary leader with strong steakhouse or premium fine dining experience who is ready to take full ownership of a kitchen at a well-respected, high-volume establishment in one of Detroit's most vibrant dining markets.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all kitchen operations including menu development, recipe execution, and food quality standards
- Lead, train, and develop a high-performing back-of-house team
- Manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory to meet financial targets
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness throughout all kitchen areas
- Collaborate closely with front-of-house leadership to ensure cohesive, seamless operations
- Build strong vendor relationships to source premium ingredients at optimal pricing
- Forecast, schedule, and manage kitchen labor to align with business demand
- Uphold brand standards and consistently deliver an exceptional dining experience
- Be a hands-on, working chef who leads by example on the line
Qualifications
- Proven Executive Chef experience in a fine dining or upscale full-service restaurant environment
- Steakhouse or premium dining experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of food cost management, P&L performance, and inventory control
- Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and retain high-performing kitchen teams
- Deep commitment to quality, attention to detail, and culinary excellence
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of health department standards and food safety protocols
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $90,000–$100,000
- Additional compensation: up to $24,000 annually, paid quarterly
- Additional bonus opportunities based on corporate-awarded performance metrics
- Comprehensive benefits package
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply, and additional details will be shared directly during the interview process.
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