Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Anthony Scotto Restaurants is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations of one of our premier fine dining restaurants. Our culinary teams are dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences by utilizing the finest quality ingredients available and creating innovative menus inspired by the seasons. Our award-winning steakhouses feature world-renowned sushi and sashimi, premium cuts of beef, fresh seafood flown in from around the globe, and expertly crafted composed dishes.

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and success of all culinary operations. This role oversees every aspect of the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, cleanliness, financial performance, and team development while maintaining Anthony Scotto Restaurants' high standards of excellence.

The Executive Chef works closely with ownership and restaurant leadership to drive innovation, maximize profitability, and deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution.
2. Develop innovative seasonal menus, daily features, and specialty offerings that align with the Anthony Scotto Restaurants brand.
3. Maintain exceptional food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
4. Manage food and labor costs by controlling inventory, minimizing waste, and optimizing scheduling while maintaining quality standards.
5. Forecast purchasing needs, manage inventory levels, and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors and suppliers.
6. Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and develop all culinary team members, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
7. Create and manage kitchen schedules to ensure proper staffing levels while controlling labor costs.
8. Establish and enforce standardized recipes, portion control, plating specifications, and quality assurance procedures.
9. Collaborate with ownership and restaurant management to develop operational strategies that enhance guest satisfaction and restaurant profitability.
10. Ensure timely and efficient execution of all lunch, dinner, private events, catering, and special functions.
11. Address guest concerns professionally and proactively, ensuring an exceptional dining experience.
12. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching, training, and development opportunities for culinary staff.
13. Monitor kitchen equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs or replacement as needed.
14. Maintain compliance with company policies, health department regulations, and workplace safety standards.
15. Stay current with culinary trends, techniques, and industry best practices to continuously enhance the restaurant's offerings.
16. Lead by example, maintaining a positive, professional, and hands-on presence in the kitchen while inspiring excellence throughout the culinary team.

Anthony Scotto Restaurants has achieved tremendous success, and we are just getting started. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing hospitality company. As Executive Chef, you will work closely with ownership and senior leadership, contributing to strategic decisions that shape our culinary programs, operational excellence, company culture, and guest experience.

We value creativity, innovation, and leadership, and we believe every member of our leadership team has a voice in our continued success.

Qualifications:

1. Culinary degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
2. ServSafe Certificate required.
3. Minimum of 5 years as Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining restaurant.
4. Proven leadership experience managing large culinary teams.
5. Strong financial insight with experience managing food costs, labor budgets, inventory, and purchasing.
6. Exceptional knowledge of fine dining cuisine, modern culinary techniques, and industry trends.
7. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional standards.
9. Experience with menu development, recipe costing, and seasonal menu planning.
10. Passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing future culinary leaders.
11. Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

1. 401(k)
2. Dental insurance
3. Health insurance
4. Paid time off
5. Vision insurance

Shift:

1. Day shift
2. Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Anthony Scotto is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.