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Executive Chef Upscale Italian Concept
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Goodwin Recruiting
West Hartford, CT (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Summary To Apply for this Job Click Here An established and growing upscale Italian restaurant group is seeking a passionate, hands-on culinary leader to join its team. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a scratch kitchen environment, values authentic Italian cuisine, and has a true passion for fresh pasta production and elevated guest experiences. This chef-driven concept is known for high standards, exceptional hospitality, seasonal menus, and a strong commitment to quality ingredients and execution. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can mentor and develop teams while maintaining consistency in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
What We're Looking For:
- S trong fresh pasta experience and the ability to execute and lead handmade pasta production at a high level
- Authentic Italian culinary background with a passion for traditional and regional Italian cuisine
- Experience in high-volume, scratch kitchen environments with elevated standards
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to train, mentor, and develop kitchen teams
- Strong organizational, communication, and systems-driven approach to kitchen operations
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining consistency and quality
- Experience with ordering, inventory, labor management, and food cost controls
- Passion for hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable guest experiences
- Looking for long-term growth with a respected and expanding restaurant group
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus performance bonus ( 100k++)
- 401(k) with 3% company match after 1 year
- 80 hours PTO offered upon hire
- Employee healthcare benefits offered
- Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate
- Excellent long-term growth opportunity within a growing hospitality organization