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Executive Chef – Nantucket, MA

A well-established, community-focused restaurant on Nantucket seeks an enthusiastic Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations year-round. Located near one of the island’s renowned beaches in a historic setting, this 100-seat restaurant and bar offers the rare chance to shape both menu and team culture. Enjoy the opportunity to work with exceptional local ingredients—from fresh seafood to foraged island specialties—while helping drive the restaurant’s evolution and long-term success.

Chef de Cuisine Benefits & Compensation

Generous compensation 100-150k plus
Private on-island housing available at $1,000/month (well below the market rate)
40–50% reimbursement of your health insurance premiums
Full-time, year-round employment for stability
A collaborative, supportive FOH and BOH team invested in growth and creativity
Opportunity to make a lasting impact and grow with the business

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 3–4 years tenure in each prior culinary leadership role
Experience in fine dining or inventive from-scratch kitchens
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and retain back-of-house teams
Strong grasp of food and labor cost controls, purchasing, and budget management
Commitment to a substance-free, professional working environment

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

Creative approach to ingredient-driven, farm-to-table cuisine
Ability to thrive in a year-round island lifestyle
Personable, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in both service and events
Design and execute an appealing menu using local, seasonal ingredients
Lead hiring, training, and mentorship for a skilled back-of-house team
Collaborate with ownership and front-of-house leadership on specials and programming
Uphold rigorous systems for prep, cleanliness, consistency, and food safety
Monitor and control food and labor costs while maintaining top-tier quality

This is an exceptional chance for a culinary leader seeking to make their mark in a close-knit island community and enjoy the unique lifestyle Nantucket offers. If you are driven by integrity, creativity, and a passion for great food, we encourage you to apply.

JOB ID: 171666

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