Executive Chef – Upscale Italian

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A respected, locally owned restaurant group in Charlotte is hiring an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume, scratch-made Italian kitchen. This group is known for consistent quality, chef-driven food, and a professional culture focused on standards, systems, and true hospitality.

This is a hands-on culinary leadership position for a chef who excels in Italian cuisine, thrives in fast-paced kitchens, and consistently develops stable, high-performing teams.

Executive Chef Salary and Compensation

• Base salary $85,000 to $95,000

• Structured monthly performance bonus

• 100 percent employer-paid medical and dental benefits

• PTO available after 6 months

• Company-paid life insurance

Executive Chef Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine

• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, sauces, and foundational techniques

• Hands-on operator with urgency, organization, and composure in high-volume environments

• Proven success with ordering, inventory, scheduling, COGS, and labor controls

• Able to train and develop cooks and sous chefs with clear communication and accountability

• Skilled in food safety, sanitation, and inspection standards

• Professional communicator who leads by example and maintains consistent standards

Executive Chef Preferred Background and Skills

• Authentic Italian or Italian-American culinary background

• High-volume scratch-kitchen experience

• Solid tenure history with two years or more in most prior roles

• Experience in structured or multi-concept restaurant groups

• Proven ability to stabilize, strengthen, and develop back-of-house teams

• Strong business acumen and a focus on cost management and consistent execution

• Leadership style that blends standards, accountability, coaching, and calm under pressure

• Comfortable working with involved ownership that values structure and performance

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JOB ID: 167791

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Mike Ferrara

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