Executive Chef| Little Mama's Italian Little Mama's Italian Kitchen - 5.0 Cornelius, NC Job Details Full-time Up to $95,000 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Little Mama's Italian| Executive Chef Since its debut in 2020, Little Mama's Italian—inspired by the nostalgic Italian-American restaurants of the 1960s and 70s—has become one of Charlotte's premier Italian dining destinations. A sister concept to the beloved Mama Ricotta's, Little Mama's delivers classic charm, heartfelt hospitality, and elevated Italian-American cuisine in a vibrant, welcoming setting. Why Choose a Career with FS Food Group?

Competitive base salary:

up to $95,000 depending on experience Achievable monthly bonus structure 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 6 months Executive Chef Responsibilities Execute and oversee a diverse, high-quality Italian-American menu Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistency and excellence Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and waste control Maintain and exceed food safety and sanitation standards Collaborate with leadership on seasonal features and menu innovation Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant Strong knowledge of Italian-American cuisine and culinary techniques Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills Creativity and passion for menu development Solid understanding of food cost control and kitchen operations ServSafe / Food Safety Manager Certification (preferred) A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences Be Part of Our Story At Little Mama's Italian, we're more than a restaurant—we're a destination for those who love authentic Italian-American cuisine and warm, genuine hospitality. If you're a driven culinary leader who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and join FS Food Group as our next Executive Chef. Little Mama's Italian Kitchen is inspired by the old classic Italian restaurants in New England from the 60s and 70s. Really well done classics, without pretense. A stiff cocktail and a bowl of fresh pasta or a knob of just-made mozzarella are the simple but elegant menu items to look out for here. But the broiled steak will bowl you over too.

Pay:

Up to $95000.00 / hour

Pay:

Bonus pay

Benefits:

Paid time off Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Employee discount Paid training

Job Type:

fulltime

Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift

Education:

High school degree Work location: On-site