Executive Chef

Recruiting Partner: Melissa Driza

Davidson, North Carolina | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $85,000 to $95,000 | Job ID: 177006

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Executive Chef

Full-Time | Upscale, Chef-Driven Restaurant Group

We are partnering with a high-growth, chef-driven restaurant group known for its scratch kitchens, elevated standards, and strong internal promotion track. With multiple new concepts opening, this is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Executive Chef looking to be part of a vibrant new restaurant opening.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support a back-of-house team of 25-30 team members
  • Work side-by-side with the BOH team to drive daily kitchen operations
  • Be a visible leader on the line during service—this is a hands-on role
  • Ensure consistency in food quality, execution, and presentation
  • Train, coach, and develop team members
  • Support menu execution and contribute ideas for seasonal offerings
  • Use Toast for menu updates and onboarding related functions within the restaurant
  • Maintain awareness of food cost and operational efficiency

You Have:

Technical Experience:

  • Background in scratch kitchens (upscale casual or fine dining preferred)
  • Strong knife skills and butchery experience
  • Experience in high-volume, high-standard environments
  • Ability to perform in an open kitchen setting
  • Toast & Restaurant 365 preferred

Leadership & Mindset:

  • Leads with ownership and accountability
  • Brings solutions—not just problems
  • Maintains composure under pressure
  • Strong communicator with a team-first mentality
  • Looking for long-term growth, not just the next job 

Benefits:

  • Generous base salary plus bonus potential
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Creativity encouraged
  • Dining perks
  • People-focused culture that is expanding

 

JOB ID: 177006

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Melissa Driza

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