Executive Chef

Recruiting Partner: Marisa Roberts

Los Angeles, California | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $125,000 to $125,000 | Job ID: 177238

Job Summary

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A leading hospitality group is seeking an experienced executive chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple celebrated restaurant concepts. This is a rare opportunity to shape guest experiences, mentor talented teams, and drive innovation in a culture built on respect, collaboration, and excellence.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive base salary ($125,000)
  • Career growth opportunities within a thriving hospitality organization
  • Chance to drive culinary innovation, operational improvements, and team development
  • Dynamic, inclusive culture that values leadership and collaboration
  • Health benefits and bonus potential

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of multi-unit executive chef or senior culinary leadership experience in high-volume restaurants
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop diverse culinary teams
  • Strong financial management skills, including food cost, labor, and operating budget oversight
  • Extensive knowledge of hospitality standards and guest experience best practices
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work 10+ hour shifts; able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • Spanish language proficiency a plus
  • Experience with grab-and-go, retail, or CPG food operations
  • Familiarity with costing platforms such as MarginEdge
  • Track record of driving interdepartmental collaboration (FOH/BOH)

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Oversee all culinary operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and guest experience across multiple venues
  • Lead, mentor, and support the development of chefs, kitchen managers, sous chefs, and hourly culinary staff
  • Partner closely with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences and operational alignment
  • Develop, test, and implement new menus and operational systems, including for emerging retail and grab-and-go concepts
  • Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and labor controls to achieve financial goals
  • Conduct audits and monitor guest feedback to continuously improve culinary and hospitality standards
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional workplace culture that supports internal growth and retention

If you are a hands-on, visionary culinary leader passionate about hospitality, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams, we invite you to explore this unique leadership opportunity.

 

JOB ID: 177238

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