Job Summary

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We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at a high-volume, upscale restaurant in South Florida. This is an opportunity to join an established restaurant group at a premier dining destination known for strong revenue performance and high standards of quality and service. The ideal candidate is an exceptional culinary leader with a passion for excellence, team development, and operational execution, who will collaborate closely with senior leadership and ownership.

What You'll Do

Lead all back-of-house operations for a high-volume upscale restaurant
Create and execute innovative seasonal dishes with creativity and finesse
Manage and develop a strong kitchen team through coaching and mentorship
Oversee P&L, food costs, and labor management
Participate in guest interactions, wine dinners, and special events
Maintain exceptional execution during service, including expo and timing
Collaborate with restaurant leadership on menu development and operational goals
Represent the restaurant professionally in media interactions and public-facing situations

What We're Looking For

5+ years as Executive Chef in upscale restaurants
Culinary-driven with creativity, passion, and attention to detail
Proven track record managing high-volume operations
Excellent leadership and team-building skills
Comfortable in high-profile environments with media exposure
Comfortable with guest interaction and public-facing events
Stable work history with long-term commitment
Bilingual preferred – Spanish/English

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary
Quarterly performance bonus
Relocation assistance available
Health insurance with employer contribution
PTO and sick days
401(k) with company match
Dining discounts

JOB ID: 172238

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Nichelle Ritter

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.