CONFIDENTIAL RESTAURANT - BURLINGTON, MA

Executive Chef An established, high-volume restaurant in Burlington, MA is seeking an experienced and driven Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations and continue building a strong, high-performing kitchen team. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a proven chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong track record of maintaining culinary standards, developing teams, controlling costs, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. The Executive Chef will have significant responsibility for the day-to-day culinary operation, including food quality, kitchen efficiency, financial performance, team development, and maintaining a consistent and professional kitchen culture.

Responsibilities:

Culinary Leadership Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and proper execution of menu standards. Maintain high standards for food preparation, presentation, and overall product quality. Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and procurement. Ensure proper recipe adherence, portion control, prep procedures, and kitchen organization. Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards. Operational & Financial Leadership Manage day-to-day kitchen operations in partnership with the restaurant leadership team. Monitor and control food and labor costs. Review financial and operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Implement systems and procedures that improve efficiency, consistency, and profitability. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, and operational reporting. Team Leadership & Development Recruit, hire, train, coach, and retain a high-performing Back of House team. Develop and mentor kitchen leaders and team members. Establish a positive, professional, and accountable kitchen culture. Ensure proper training and adherence to company standards. Lead by example with a strong and visible presence during service. Guest Experience Ensure food quality and execution consistently meet the highest standards. Work closely with the restaurant leadership team to maintain an exceptional overall guest experience. Address operational challenges quickly and effectively. Continuously identify opportunities to improve food quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef, Chef-Driven General Manager, or similar senior culinary leadership role. Proven experience in a high-volume restaurant environment . Strong culinary foundation with demonstrated kitchen leadership experience. Proven ability to manage food costs, labor costs, inventory, and budgets. Strong recruiting, training, coaching, and team-building skills. Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making abilities. Strong understanding of restaurant operations, food safety, sanitation, and compliance. Ability to lead a large team while maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. Experience overseeing a high-volume operation is strongly preferred.

What We Offer:

Starting Salary:

$85,000+ based on experience Performance-based bonus Comprehensive benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Life insurance Dining discounts Opportunity to take a key leadership role within an established, high-volume restaurant This is a confidential opportunity. The name of the restaurant and additional company details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. If you are an experienced Executive Chef looking for an opportunity to lead an established, high-volume restaurant and make a meaningful impact on its culinary operation and team, we want to hear from you! Apply online today for immediate consideration.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Executive Chef:

5 years (Required) toast: 2 years (Required) Kitchen management: 5 years (Required)

Restaurant:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person