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Executive Chef

$70k - $90k

Horizon Hospitality LLC

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef for our upscale full-service restaurant. Located in a picturesque small town one hour southwest of Fort Wayne, IN, a regional hub for art and entertainment, the restaurant's future depends on a visionary leader who can build a legacy from the inside out. This isn't a role for someone looking to maintain the status quo; it's a mission to recognize the untapped potential, improve food consistency, elevate our guest experience, and foster a healthy workplace culture. If you have the grit to refine our systems and the heart to inspire a team, we invite you to take control and help solidify our restaurant at the top of our community's culinary scene.

Executive Chef Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership: Execute a culinary strategy focused on upscale food presentation, guest satisfaction, profitability, and operational excellence.
  • Financial Management: Manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and provide regular analysis of sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls.
  • Team Development: Hire, mentor, and inspire a culinary team to improve consistency and maintain high presentation standards.
  • Operational Oversight: Ensure a safe, compliant, and sanitary environment while optimizing workflows for back-of-house.
Executive Chef Qualifications:
  • Experience: 5+ years of culinary leadership experience in a full-service upscale casual or fine dining restaurant.
  • Education: Culinary degree and a wine certification is preferred.
  • Expertise: Proven track record in financial acumen, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and conflict resolution skills with the ability to build consensus across cross-functional teams.
  • Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Aloha POS system is preferred.
Compensation :
  • Annual Base Salary : $70,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
  • Bonus : 10% annual bonus potential paid annually
  • Benefits : Industry-leading comprehensive benefits package
If you are ready to take control of the culinary operations for this upscale restaurant with creative autonomy and growth opportunities, apply today!

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Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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