Executive Chef
Recruiting Partner: Marisa Roberts
Los Angeles, California | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $125,000 to $125,000 | Job ID: 177238
Job Summary
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A leading hospitality group is seeking an experienced executive chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple celebrated restaurant concepts. This is a rare opportunity to shape guest experiences, mentor talented teams, and drive innovation in a culture built on respect, collaboration, and excellence.
Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary ($125,000)
- Career growth opportunities within a thriving hospitality organization
- Chance to drive culinary innovation, operational improvements, and team development
- Dynamic, inclusive culture that values leadership and collaboration
- Health benefits and bonus potential
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of multi-unit executive chef or senior culinary leadership experience in high-volume restaurants
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop diverse culinary teams
- Strong financial management skills, including food cost, labor, and operating budget oversight
- Extensive knowledge of hospitality standards and guest experience best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work 10+ hour shifts; able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs
Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills
- Spanish language proficiency a plus
- Experience with grab-and-go, retail, or CPG food operations
- Familiarity with costing platforms such as MarginEdge
- Track record of driving interdepartmental collaboration (FOH/BOH)
Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee all culinary operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and guest experience across multiple venues
- Lead, mentor, and support the development of chefs, kitchen managers, sous chefs, and hourly culinary staff
- Partner closely with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences and operational alignment
- Develop, test, and implement new menus and operational systems, including for emerging retail and grab-and-go concepts
- Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and labor controls to achieve financial goals
- Conduct audits and monitor guest feedback to continuously improve culinary and hospitality standards
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional workplace culture that supports internal growth and retention
If you are a hands-on, visionary culinary leader passionate about hospitality, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams, we invite you to explore this unique leadership opportunity.
JOB ID: 177238
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