Executive Chef

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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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John Watson

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