Executive Chef - Fine Dining Modern Steakhouse

DESCRIPTION: The Executive Chef oversees all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, strong financial performance, team development, and adherence to the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities: Lead all culinary operations for a high-volume upscale restaurant, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and execution at scale Drive menu creativity and seasonal development while maintaining brand integrity and guest appeal Oversee food cost performance through strategic purchasing, inventory management, portion control, and waste reduction Manage labor strategy, scheduling, and kitchen productivity to achieve financial targets Recruit, mentor, and develop a strong culinary team, fostering accountability, growth, and retention Establish and uphold operational systems and training standards to ensure consistency and efficiency across all shifts Partner closely with the General Manager and leadership team to align culinary excellence with overall business performanceBENEFITS:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid time off Bonus potential Dining discountsDESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:3+ years of experience as an Executive Chef for a high volume ($10M+) upscale or fine dining full-service restaurant Modern steakhouse experience required Proven success leading large culinary teams in fast-paced, high-expectation environments Demonstrated ability to drive menu creativity while maintaining consistency and operational efficiency Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor budgets, and kitchen profitability Hands-on leadership style with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing culinary talent Deep understanding of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards Ability to thrive in a collaborative, hospitality-driven culture and partner effectively with front-of-house leadershipEOE – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER