Executive Chef | Wayland

Menus and Venues • Wayland, MA

1d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Terrain is a chef-driven garden-to-table destination defined by a commitment to technical discipline and product pride. We prioritize the marriage of high-caliber products with exacting execution. Our philosophy is built on the belief that great food is crafted with purpose by a team that takes pride in every component.
We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead our fifth location. This role manages a high-performance scratch kitchen supporting a dual-service model including the Terrain Café for a la carte dining and Terrain Events for banquet and catering formats. Success in this role requires a relentless focus on maintaining standards through every service and the ability to lead a management team that executes with intention.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of kitchen management in a high-volume scratch-cooking environment or comparable event space.
• Demonstrated experience managing other kitchen managers and developing leadership talent.
• Proficiency with or a strong desire to master modern kitchen technology like Rational iVario and Blast Chillers.
• Proven ability to balance a la carte service alongside banquet and catering volume.
• Active ServSafe Manager Certification.
• Massachusetts Allergen Awareness Certification.
• Choke Saver or Choking Hazard Certification.
• A professional approach to mentorship and a commitment to providing hands-on training for career advancement.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to 10 hours and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain technical skill as the foundation of the kitchen ensuring every sear, emulsion, and knife cut is performed with accuracy and respect for the ingredient.
• Lead the creative development and execution of monthly seasonal specials defined by crisp clean flavors and perfectly balanced seasoning.
• Own the product by understanding sourcing origins and ensuring that every component in the walk-in meets high standards for quality.
• Utilize and train staff on modern kitchen technology including Rational Combi-Ovens, iVario Pro, and Blast Chilling systems to optimize consistency yield and food safety across all service lines.
• Directly oversee and mentor a leadership team including the Chef de Cuisine, Banquet Chef, and Sous Chefs to uphold the brand standard of excellence.
• Manage and develop the hourly culinary team and dish room staff.
• Provide hands-on training to ensure culinary consistency and career advancement within the team.
• Conduct daily line checks and manager sign-offs to verify that all stations are clean, properly stocked and ready for service.
• Manage distinct operational flows for both a la carte dining and banquet formats ensuring consistency is the non-negotiable hallmark of every dish.
• Serve as a strong partner to all front of house and sales team partners fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual success.
• Promote a calm intentional kitchen environment that values focus and professional pride.
• Lead by example to maintain an organized workspace while fostering respectful clear communication between the Cafe and Events teams.
• Act as the designated point person for health inspections maintaining an ongoing commitment to internal audits to exceed all regulatory benchmarks.
• Implement rigorous hygiene protocols including regular handwashing allergen-awareness and First-In First-Out rotation and labeling methods.
• Ensure all staff strictly adhere to uniform and hygiene standards representing the brand professionally during all guest-forward meetings and tastings.
• Manage Culinary Budgets, Food COGS, labor percentages, and procurement for all BOH operations.

Benefits

• Work in beautiful, creative settings rooted in craftsmanship and supported by a collaborative, hospitality-focused team culture
• Become part of the URBN family (Terrain, Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters) with opportunities for growth, cross-training, and advancement
• Enjoy employee perks, discounts & benefits across all URBN brands
• Eligible full-time employees enjoy access to URBN’s competitive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with retirement savings plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed