Executive Chef / Kitchen ManagerEmpire Burgers & BrewEmpire Burgers & Brew is looking for a hands-on Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team. We re looking for someone who loves being in the kitchen, leads from the front, takes pride in a clean and organized operation, and can bring creativity to a high-volume burger concept.

This is not a clipboard chef position. We want a leader who is present on the line, works alongside the team when needed, develops people, holds high standards, and takes ownership of the kitchen.

What You ll DoLead, train, coach, and develop the kitchen teamBe actively involved in daily kitchen operations and serviceMaintain high standards for food quality, consistency, presentation, and ticket timesCreate new burgers, specials, sauces, appetizers, and other menu ideas that fit the Empire brandDevelop monthly and seasonal Burger of the Month featuresMaintain an exceptionally clean, organized, and food-safe kitchenManage food cost, waste, portioning, inventory, ordering, and receivingBuild effective prep systems and pars to support high-volume serviceSchedule and manage kitchen labor appropriately based on salesRecruit and develop strong cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and kitchen leadersHold the team accountable while creating a kitchen culture people want to be part ofWork closely with the General Manager and ownership to continually improve the restaurantWhat We re Looking ForWe re looking for someone who is:

Hands-on. You aren t afraid to jump on the line, work the grill, help with prep, or solve a problem during a busy service.

Creative. You enjoy developing burgers and approachable American food that guests actually want to order not creativity just for the sake of being different.

A leader. You can build a team, communicate expectations clearly, coach people, and hold standards consistently.

Obsessed with cleanliness. A clean walk-in, organized prep area, clean equipment, proper labeling, and a spotless kitchen should be non-negotiable.

Financially responsible. You understand that great food also has to make financial sense and know how to manage food cost, labor, waste, and purchasing.

Consistent. You understand that the guest should get the same great burger on a Tuesday afternoon that they receive on a packed Saturday night.

Ideal Experience3+ years of kitchen management or chef leadership experienceExperience in a high-volume restaurant preferredStrong understanding of food and labor cost managementExperience hiring, training, and developing kitchen employeesStrong knowledge of sanitation and food-safety standardsBurger, gastropub, tavern, casual American, or high-volume scratch-kitchen experience is a plusThe OpportunityEmpire Burgers & Brew is part of a growing restaurant group, and we re looking for someone who wants more than simply managing today s shift.

For the right person, there is an opportunity to build a team, influence the menu, improve the operation, and grow into greater responsibility within our restaurant group.

We want someone who can walk into the kitchen every day and make the food, the people, and the operation better.

QUARTERLY BONUS

- $2k max based on metrics Health, dental, 401k