Executive Chef Upscale Steakhouse | Full-Time We are seeking an accomplished and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations at our upscale steakhouse. This is an opportunity for an experienced culinary professional who takes pride in exceptional ingredients, refined execution, consistency, and thoughtful hospitality. The ideal candidate will bring several years of proven leadership experience and have the ability to oversee every aspect of the kitchen—from menu development and culinary standards to purchasing, scheduling, food cost, and team development. We are looking for a chef who can combine culinary creativity with strong operational leadership and who understands that excellence is achieved through both great food and a well-run kitchen. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all culinary operations, ensuring an elevated and consistent dining experience. Develop, refine, and execute a sophisticated steakhouse menu, including seasonal offerings and chef-driven specials. Establish and maintain the highest standards for food quality, presentation, flavor, and consistency. Build, mentor, and lead a professional kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and respect. Manage kitchen scheduling, staffing levels, training, and performance. Oversee all purchasing, receiving, storage, inventory, and vendor relationships. Maintain appropriate inventory levels and implement effective systems for ordering and product utilization. Monitor and control food and labor costs while maintaining uncompromising standards. Create and maintain recipes, prep standards, portion specifications, and plating guidelines. Work closely with ownership and management on menu pricing, culinary direction, budgeting, and overall restaurant performance. Ensure proper food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the kitchen. Lead service with composure and professionalism, particularly during high-volume and peak dining periods. Minimize waste and maximize product utilization without compromising quality. Maintain strong communication and collaboration between the kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams. Qualifications & Experience Multiple years of experience leading a professional kitchen required. Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or comparable leadership position. Demonstrated ability to create and execute menus in an upscale or chef-driven restaurant environment. Strong knowledge of premium steaks, meat preparation, classic steakhouse cuisine, and refined culinary techniques. Proven experience with ordering, inventory management, food costing, and vendor relationships. Strong understanding of kitchen scheduling, labor management, and team development. Exceptional organizational and communication skills. Ability to lead by example and remain hands-on when necessary. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to consistency. Ability to lead multiple teams across two kitchens! who understands what it takes to create an exceptional dining experience from the kitchen forward. You should have the confidence to take ownership of the culinary program, the creativity to develop an exciting menu, and the discipline to ensure that every plate leaving the kitchen meets the standards of the restaurant. We are looking for someone who understands that a truly exceptional steakhouse is built on great ingredients, precise execution, impeccable consistency, and a team that takes pride in what they do. If you are an experienced chef ready to lead a professional culinary team and help shape the direction of an elevated steakhouse, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Position:

Full-Time Compensation:

Competitive and commensurate with experience

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person