Executive Chef

Job Title: Executive Chef
Location: Detroit, MI

A high-volume, culture-driven restaurant concept is looking for an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen at one of the most culturally significant and high-energy dining concepts in Detroit.

This is a full-service restaurant rooted in the celebration of African American culture, delivering authentic soul food with exceptional hospitality in a vibrant, high-energy environment. The brand blends elevated Southern comfort food with a lively, music-driven atmosphere and a deep commitment to culture, community, and “Black Excellence.”

As a proud Black-owned business, the company is on a mission to grow into one of the largest restaurant groups in the country—creating meaningful opportunities for driven leaders to grow alongside the brand.

We are a hospitality-driven organization focused on delivering memorable guest experiences through high standards, strong culture, and operational excellence.

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented leader who can bring structure, accountability, and energy to a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for someone who is coachable, hungry to grow, and excited to be part of a rapidly expanding, Black-owned brand.

You will play a key role in maintaining and elevating the guest experience, so if you are energized by leadership, culinary excellence, and dynamic environments, we want to hear from you.

Strong operational discipline is essential—but the ability to lead teams, execute consistently, and maintain composure under pressure is what defines success in this role.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Paid vacation
• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding, Black-owned restaurant group
• Positive, team-oriented work environment with strong leadership culture

Day in the Life:

• Oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff in a high-volume, team-driven environment
• Maintain strict food quality, presentation, and sanitation standards
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls to drive profitability
• Uphold cleanliness and organization across all kitchen and facility areas
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability
• Maintain composure and leadership during peak service and high-pressure situations
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Foster a culture of professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a high-volume, full-service environment
• Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced, professional, team-centric kitchen
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to delegate, follow through, and develop teams
• High attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness and operational standards
• Excellent communication skills and ability to give and receive feedback
• Calm, level-headed approach in high-pressure environments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• High integrity, humility, and accountability
• Ability to uphold and enforce high standards across all areas of the operation