EXECUTIVE CHEF

Core Responsibilities

• Menu Design & Innovation: Develops and refines recipes, plans seasonal menus, and ensures plate presentation meets the establishment's standards.
• Staff Management: Hires, trains, schedules, and mentors the culinary team (including sous chefs, line cooks, and prep staff) to build a high-performing kitchen.
• Financial & Inventory Control: Manages food and labor costs, oversees inventory, places ingredient orders, and operates the kitchen within established financial objectives.
• Quality & Safety Assurance: Enforces strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety regulations, ensuring all dishes are fresh, promptly served, and safely handled.
• Operations Oversight: Coordinates with front-of-house management, suppliers, and event organizers to ensure seamless daily service and catering operations.

Key Requirements & Skills

• Experience: Typically requires a culinary degree or formal training, combined with 5+ years of progressive culinary experience, including prior leadership roles (e.g., Head Chef or Sous Chef).
• Leadership: Strong team-building, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills to maintain morale during high-stress periods.
• Financial Acumen: Proficiency in back-of-house (BOH) management software, cost-analysis, and budget forecasting.
• Adaptability: Ability to multitask, problem-solve swiftly, and adapt to rapidly changing supply chains or guest demands.