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Executive Chef – Soul Food Restaurant
Join a well-established restaurant group known for its authentic Southern cuisine. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your passion for soul food and strong culinary leadership to a vibrant, high-volume kitchen celebrated for its scratch cooking and tradition. If you’re committed to delivering a memorable guest experience while leading and developing your team, this role offers a rewarding path for growth and impact.
Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Paid time off
- Employee meal discounts
- Health and wellness benefits
- Career growth opportunities
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5+ years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience
- Experience in soul food, Southern cuisine, BBQ, comfort food, or scratch kitchens preferred
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Knowledge of food cost controls and labor management
- ServSafe Certification preferred
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills
- Catering and banquet experience
- Smoker/grill experience
- Multi-unit or franchise restaurant background
- Menu engineering and recipe costing experience
- Experience managing kitchen P&L performance
Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead all back-of-house kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish
- Develop and execute soul food and Southern-inspired menus, standardize recipes, and control portions
- Hire, train, and coach the kitchen team to create a positive, respectful culture
- Oversee inventory management, control food costs, and manage vendor relationships
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
- Coordinate prep, daily line execution, catering, and special event production
- If you are passionate about soul food and ready to shape an outstanding kitchen culture, we encourage you to apply.
JOB ID: 175525
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Miguel Sanchez