Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Executive Chef – Miami, FL

Join a leading hospitality group as Executive Chef at a renowned South Florida restaurant celebrated for vibrant Central and South American flavors and an elevated guest experience. This exciting leadership role offers creative, operational, and strategic influence within a high-volume, events-driven setting. You'll shape the culinary vision for one of the region’s top destinations while leading a talented team and setting standards for quality and innovation.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Annual salary of $100,000–$120,000
• 1 week paid vacation after 6 months; 2 weeks after 1 year
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Additional supplemental insurance plans available
• Employee Assistance Program and recognition initiatives
• Complimentary employee meals
• PTO and sick leave

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of professional culinary experience
• At least 5 years in a senior kitchen leadership role (Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or equivalent)
• Proven experience managing large teams and complex, high-volume kitchen operations
• Strong financial acumen with direct responsibility for kitchen COGs, labor, and budgets
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Deep passion for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and globally inspired cuisine
• Experience with high-volume production, upscale kitchens, and/or commissary operations
• Knowledge of South or Central American cuisine

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of creative, seasonally-driven menus aligned with restaurant ethos
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including production, service, offsite commissary logistics, and quality control
• Recruit, train, and inspire a large culinary team—fostering accountability and growth
• Manage kitchen financials, including food and labor costs, budgeting, and operational efficiency
• Maintain consistent standards for recipe quality, food safety, and sanitation
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to ensure exceptional guest experiences
• Support marketing initiatives through menu features, content creation, and brand storytelling
• Drive a culture of collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement

If you’re a dynamic, visionary chef passionate about both cuisine and leadership, this is your chance to make a lasting impact at an acclaimed destination restaurant in South Florida.