Executive Chef – From-Scratch Kitchen Leader

This is a purpose-driven restaurant concept inspired by gathering people around craveable, from-scratch food and creating a space that feels both elevated and grounded. Chef-forward, community-rooted, and team-powered — we’re looking for an Executive Chef who brings passion, presence, and precision to the table.

This isn’t your average back-of-house role. We’re searching for a true leader — someone who can inspire a team, run a tight ship, and still make time to taste the béchamel. You’re someone who thrives in a culture that values warmth, excellence, and doing things the right way — even when it’s the hard way.

What Makes This Opportunity Different:

• From-Scratch Everything – Stocks, sauces, pickles, pastas, pastries — your creativity won’t be capped here.

• Leadership Legacy – You’ll help shape and mentor a kitchen team that’s hungry to learn, grow, and deliver consistent excellence.

• Room to Build – The group is growing, and they're committed to growing with you. Culture is built on intention, transparency, and people-first operations.

• You Make the Menu – Collaborate directly with ownership and FOH leadership to build seasonal menus, special programming, and scalable systems.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven Executive Chef or CDC background in full-service, upscale casual concepts with scratch kitchens

• Deep culinary knowledge and high standards — with the systems to back it up

• A coaching mindset — you lead by example and bring your team with you

• Clear communication, strong financial acumen, and sharp organizational skills

• Experience overseeing kitchen operations, hiring, scheduling, inventory, prep, service, and sanitation

• Passion for food and people, equally

The Details:

• Compensation – Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience

• Time Off – 3 weeks PTO annually, available after 90 days (no rollover)

• Medical Stipend – 50% of your monthly premium (max $250/month)

• Bonus Program Launching Q4 2025 – Targeting 20% of base, distributed quarterly, tied to KPIs like Sales, Prime Costs, Net Income & Guest Sentiment

We’re building something special — and looking for someone who gets fired up about whole roasted carrots, organized walk-ins, and creating a culture where people want to stay. If that sounds like you, we’d love to connect.