Executive Chef Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited culinary program.
• At least 5 years of experience as a sous chef or executive chef in fine dining, hotels or resorts, country clubs, or healthcare or senior living.
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms.
• Willingness to relocate for promotion opportunities.
• Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, and live-action cooking skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Service-oriented mentality focused on exceeding expectations.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Ability to make sound decisions and judgments quickly.
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects and needs effectively.
• Willingness to collaborate and support others to achieve outcomes.
• Integrity, respect, and discretion in business dealings.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food, desire to grow, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish.
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with HACCP procedures.

Responsibilities

• Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles.
• Provide leadership that supports a team environment fostering morale, passion, quality, and respect.
• Develop creative menus aligned with current market trends.
• Maintain and improve customer and patient satisfaction.
• Lead and manage team-member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments.
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality-control systems to protect food integrity.
• Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies.
• Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.