Chef Goodwin Recruiting - 4.0 Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time From $120,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Hospitality Financial operations Spanish Food service purchasing Food service health code compliance Team leadership Coaching Food portioning Team scheduling Team development Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Inventory tracking for food cost management Kitchen staff training Recruiting Organizational skills Managing kitchen staff Financial performance measurement Clean workspace maintenance Business operations Kitchen staff scheduling Restaurant cost management Senior level Training Managing hospitality operations budgets Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description CHEF Hawaii | $120,000+ Base Salary | Performance Incentives | Generous Relocation Package An established North American restaurant group with 80+ locations is seeking an experienced Chef to lead a high-volume, upscale-casual culinary operation in Hawaii. We are looking for a strong operator who can build and retain a great team, drive consistent execution, manage financial performance, and take ownership of kitchen operations . This is the company's entry into Hawaii and part of a broader expansion strategy across the islands. For the right leader, success could create a pathway toward multi-unit or regional culinary leadership . Why Join Us? $120,000+ Base Salary — Commensurate with experience, plus performance incentives and benefits. Generous Relocation Package — Relocation assistance including temporary housing for up to six months . Growth Opportunity — Join an established 80+ location organization as it expands into Hawaii. Sustainable Scheduling — Structured to support long-term leadership performance. Strong Culture & Benefits — Health benefits, dining discounts, recognition programs, company events, and a culture built around hospitality, accountability, and development. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day culinary operations and uphold established systems and standards. Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and service execution. Manage food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen productivity . Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and retain a high-performing culinary team. Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, consistency, and respect . Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and food safety standards. Partner with the General Manager and regional leadership to deliver strong operational and guest-experience results. Who We Are Looking For The ideal candidate is a disciplined restaurant operator who happens to be a great chef — someone who understands that culinary leadership is as much about people, systems, and financial performance as it is about food.

Candidates should bring:

Proven Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant . Strong knowledge of food cost, labor, inventory, ordering, and kitchen systems. Demonstrated success building, developing, and retaining teams . Strong financial and business acumen. A hands-on leadership style and willingness to lead from the kitchen floor. A systems-driven approach with a commitment to consistency and established standards. Strong communication and organizational skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Spanish-language skills are an asset. What Success Looks Like Success means building a stable, well-trained and accountable kitchen team while consistently achieving food quality, labor, food-cost, cleanliness, and operational targets.

Location:

Hawaii Compensation:

$120,000+ base salary , plus performance incentives and benefits

Relocation:

Generous relocation package, including temporary housing for up to six months If you are an accomplished Chef ready for an exciting career and lifestyle move to Hawaii , this is an opportunity to join an established organization at the beginning of a significant new chapter of growth.