Executive Chef

Burtons Grill & Bar•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Burtons Grill is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and kitchen teams in an upscale casual restaurant. The role centers on made-from-scratch contemporary American cuisine using wholesome, premium ingredients, with a strong commitment to food quality, safety, consistency, hospitality, and protocols for serving guests with food allergies and dietary restrictions. The Executive Chef will guide, mentor, and develop kitchen staff, help create seasonal menus, and uphold the company’s inclusive, growth-oriented culture.

Requirements

At least 2 years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in an upscale, polished casual, or fine dining restaurant with annual sales of $5M or more.
Strong leadership skills and understanding of day-to-day back-of-house restaurant operations.
Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations, including inventory, food safety, and kitchen leadership.
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
Passion for hospitality, quality, and delivering an exceptional front-of-house guest experience.
Availability to work 10-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.
ServSafe Certification.
Allergy Certification.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Passion for elevated, made-from-scratch cuisine.

Responsibilities

Lead culinary operations with creativity, passion, and precision.
Guide, mentor, motivate, and develop the kitchen team.
Uphold food quality, safety, and consistency.
Collaborate on seasonal menus.
Oversee back-of-house day-to-day restaurant operations, including inventory and food safety.
Support an exceptional guest experience through a commitment to hospitality and quality.