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Executive Chef – Lincoln, NE

Join a respected restaurant group as the executive leader of a new high-volume, full-service kitchen opening in Lincoln. This is a unique opportunity to shape a culinary team, deliver memorable guest experiences, and advance your career with a people-focused hospitality organization committed to growth and excellence.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

Competitive base salary with significant bonus opportunity ($7K–$30K+, uncapped, based on tier and performance)
One-time $1,000 hiring bonus at 60 days of employment
Profit-sharing plan participation
Three weeks paid time off from your first year; four weeks after five years (with blackout periods)
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
401(k) with discretionary company match after one year
Extensive paid training program (accommodation expenses covered)
Holiday closures: closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, early close on Christmas Eve
Career growth opportunities with an expanding restaurant group

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 2 years as an executive chef in a high-volume, full-service kitchen
Scratch kitchen experience required; strong butchering skills essential
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and retain a cohesive back-of-house team
Proven track record of strong organizational, communication, and mentorship capabilities
Understanding of P&L, cost of goods, and labor management highly valued
Consistent tenure in prior roles (limited job changes over 5 years preferred)
Commitment to polished casual appearance standards

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

Upscale casual or polished casual full-service restaurant experience
Background in established corporate restaurant systems
Familiarity with Aloha POS, Hot Schedules, or OpenTable a plus

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Lead and motivate the back-of-house team, overseeing all kitchen operations and food production
Train, develop, and support kitchen leaders and staff to uphold brand standards for food quality and consistency
Oversee butchering, portion control, and daily execution of standardized recipes
Maintain stringent organizational and cleanliness standards for food safety compliance
Manage ordering and accurate bi-weekly inventory for all kitchen supplies
Interview, hire, and develop team members to build a high-performing kitchen
Collaborate with management to deliver exceptional guest experiences

If you’re ready to make an impact in a new, high-energy kitchen and develop your leadership career with a growing hospitality group, apply today.

JOB ID: 173837

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Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.