Executive Chef

Homegrown Hospitality Group • Charleston, SC

54d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

We are seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead our culinary program in Charleston, SC. This role calls for a chef with both creative vision and operational excellence—someone who can inspire a team, elevate flavors, and uphold the highest standards of consistency and execution. You will guide a passionate back‑of‑house team, oversee daily operations, and cultivate a kitchen culture where craftsmanship, collaboration, and innovation thrive. The Homegrown Hospitality Group includes 9 unique concepts and 15+ locations across Charleston, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach. With diverse menus, dynamic teams, and a shared commitment to hospitality, HHG offers a supportive environment where culinary leaders can grow, create, and make a lasting impact.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of professional kitchen experience with significant leadership responsibilities
• Proven culinary expertise across multiple cuisines
• Strong leadership, communication, and team‑building skills
• Experience with menu development, cost control, and inventory management
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Culinary degree or diploma preferred
• Fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Extensive wine knowledge a plus

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe certification preferred
• Culinary degree or diploma preferred
• Fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Extensive wine knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all back‑of‑house operations, working closely with the Sous Chef to ensure exceptional food quality and consistency
• Develop daily specials and communicate specifications clearly to both BOH and FOH teams
• Uphold all plating, recipe, and presentation standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and BOH scheduling
• Demonstrate mastery of all line stations and expo
• Maintain strict adherence to DHEC standards, including labeling, cleanliness, and proper food storage
• Receive deliveries, address discrepancies, and communicate with vendors and the General Manager
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture and participate in staff meetings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Health Incentive Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Discount Program
• Tenured Employee Reward Program
• 401(k) with Company Match
• HHG Financial Stability Grants
• HHG Education Grants
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

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