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Job Description
Perry Street Chophouse is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and daily kitchen operations of one of Gwinnett County's premier dining destinations. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Lawrenceville, Perry Street Chophouse is known for exceptional steaks, fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients, elevated hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. The Executive Chef will be responsible for maintaining the highest culinary standards while driving innovation, consistency, team development, and profitability.
Note:
Perry Street Chophouse is open for evening service only from Tuesday-Saturday and Brunch and Dinner Service on Sunday Only. This position requires primarily evening availability. Why Work for Us?
Perks Include:
Competitive Salary Two Weeks Paid Vacation Dental / Vision Options ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement Collaborative Menu Development Opportunities Essential ResponsibilitiesCulinary Leadership Lead all culinary operations including dinner, brunch, special events, and private dining. Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution. Develop and implement seasonal menus, chef features, and special event offerings. Continuously evaluate menu performance, guest feedback, and industry trends to enhance the dining experience. Ensure all recipes, plating standards, and preparation procedures are documented and followed. Team Development Recruit, train, coach, and develop kitchen managers, sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff. Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and hospitality. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and mentorship. Create growth opportunities for culinary team members and future leaders. Operations & Financial Management Manage food cost, labor cost, and kitchen operating expenses to achieve company goals. Oversee inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and vendor relationships. Monitor product quality and ensure proper storage, rotation, and waste reduction practices. Analyze sales mix, menu performance, and operational data to improve profitability. Partner with restaurant leadership to execute company initiatives and strategic goals. Guest Experience Serve as a visible culinary leader committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service and communication. Address guest concerns professionally and proactively. Support private events, wine dinners, bourbon tastings, and special culinary experiences. Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and company policies. Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen at all times. Enforce sanitation, safety, and workplace standards throughout the culinary operation. Qualifications Minimum 5 years Executive Chef experience in a fine dining, steakhouse, seafood, or chef-driven restaurant. Proven success managing high-volume kitchen operations. Strong knowledge of steak cookery, seafood preparation, scratch cooking, and seasonal menu development. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop large culinary teams. Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. ServSafe Manager Certification required (or ability to obtain immediately). Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with a commercial broiler Experience with wine dinners, tasting menus, chef events, and private dining programs. Strong understanding of local sourcing and seasonal ingredient utilization. Multi-unit or hospitality group experience preferred. What Success Looks Like Consistently outstanding food quality and presentation. Strong health inspection results and kitchen standards. Food and labor costs meeting or exceeding budget targets. Low turnover and strong engagement within the culinary team. Positive guest feedback and online reviews. Successful execution of seasonal menu changes and special events. A kitchen culture built on excellence, accountability, hospitality, and continuous improvement. About Perry Street Chophouse Perry Street Chophouse is an elevated steak and seafood destination located in Historic Downtown Lawrenceville. We are dedicated to prime steaks, fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients, award-worthy beverages, and genuine hospitality.
Our goal is simple:
create memorable dining experiences that keep guests returning for years to come.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Flexible schedule Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Referral program
Shift:
10 hour shift 8 hour shift Application Question(s): Have you ever worked with a commercial broiler to cook steaks?
