Executive Chef – MIAMI

Recruiting Partner: Nichelle Ritter

Dallas, Texas | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $90,000 to $100,000 | Job ID: 177096

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Executive Chef | South Florida

We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at a high-profile restaurant in South Florida. This is a chance to join a well-established restaurant group known for operational excellence and strong performance. The ideal candidate is a proven operational leader with strong culinary skills, team development abilities, and a track record of building accountable, well-organized kitchen teams.

What You'll Do

  • Lead all back-of-house operations for a high-volume, high-profile restaurant
  • Build and maintain strong kitchen systems focused on organization, cleanliness, and consistency
  • Manage and develop the kitchen team through effective delegation and accountability
  • Oversee P&L management, including food costs, labor, and inventory control
  • Execute Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with quality and consistency
  • Maintain equipment and ensure proper kitchen maintenance protocols
  • Collaborate with restaurant leadership on operational goals and menu execution
  • Represent the restaurant professionally in media interactions and public-facing situations

What We're Looking For

  • 3+ years as Executive Chef in standalone full-service restaurants
  • Strong operations management background with proven systems implementation
  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to delegate and hold teams accountable
  • Experience managing high-volume kitchen operations
  • Comfortable in high-profile environments with media exposure
  • Mediterranean cuisine experience strongly preferred
  • Stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment
  • Bilingual preferred – Spanish/English

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Health insurance
  • PTO and sick days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Dining discounts

 

JOB ID: 177096

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