Executive Kitchen Manager

Recruiting Partner: Jay Ravani

Winter Park, Florida | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $85,000 to $95,000 | Job ID: 159851

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Executive Kitchen Manager – Lead the Line, Love the Craft

Calling all skilled culinary pros! We’re on the hunt for a passionate Executive Kitchen Manager to run the show in our high-volume, scratch-made kitchen. If you thrive under pressure, love leading a team, and can keep operations sharp and efficient—you might be our next great hire.

Join a fast-growing, nationally recognized brand known for upscale dining and impeccable execution. We’re all about consistency, energy, and putting the guest first—every time.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead and inspire a large BOH team in a fast-paced environment
  • Own the labor and food cost targets
  • Oversee staff schedules, inventory systems, and purchasing
  • Maintain high standards across execution, food safety, and team culture
  • Operate with financial discipline and a clear eye on performance

Executive Chef Requirements:

  • Degree in Culinary Arts (or related field)
  • Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar kitchens in upscale dining
  • Professional appearance and strong leadership presence
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
  • Willing to work a flexible 45-hour week (mornings, nights, weekends, holidays)
  • ServSafe Certified
  • Expert in Food & Alcohol Safety

We’re Not a Fit If:

  • You’re vague on details—be ready to share your wins!
  • You’re not excited about fast-paced, high-output work
  • You lack a stable track record or growth in leadership roles

Perks & Benefits:

  • 401k with match
  • Quarterly bonus
  • PTO to start
  • Strong training program
  • Medical, Vision, Dental (M/V/D)
  • Additional benefits: pet insurance, accident, cancer coverage, disability, LifeLock

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 159851

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Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Jay Ravani

Recruiting Partner

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

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Recruiting Partner