Executive Chef-Casual Dining
Recruiting Partner: Eric Esterline
Traverse City, Michigan | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $70,000 to $75,000 | Job ID: 182644
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Executive Chef-Casual Dining
Join a respected hospitality group as an Executive Chef in a trendy, casual fine dining restaurant. This role offers an exciting chance to lead with autonomy over menu and recipe decisions while working within a stable company that values and supports its managers.
Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive starting salary with generous quarterly bonus opportunities
- Stable work environment focused on hospitality and team well-being
- Opportunity for hands-on leadership and creative input with menu development
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum of 3+ years of kitchen management experience, or proven Sous Chef ready to advance
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume kitchen environment with $3–4+ million in annual sales
- Strong skills in managing all back-of-house operations, including food quality, customer service, scheduling, inventory, and purchasing
- Experience controlling costs effectively across varying seasonal sales volumes
- Willingness to work hands-on alongside a small, quality-focused team
- Commitment to collaborating with front-of-house staff and company leadership
Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain high standards of food quality and service
- Lead and develop a small kitchen team with a hands-on management style
- Manage scheduling, inventory, and purchasing to optimize cost control
- Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team and leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences
- Exercise autonomy over menu planning and recipe execution to keep offerings fresh and appealing
JOB ID: 182644
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