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Position Overview:
We seek a polished, high-energy Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations at our Orlando location. This is a full-time leadership opportunity with competitive pay, benefits, and growth potential within an iconic brand.
Preferred Background & Skills
- Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring flawless execution and exceptional food quality.
- Manage a culinary team of 15–20 cooks and 3–4 managers per shift.
- Oversee inventory, purchasing, and maintain cost controls.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Foster a high-performing, collaborative kitchen culture.
Requirments & Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or Executive Chef in a high-volume ($10M–$15M/year) upscale full-service from-scratch kitchen.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to oversee large, dynamic kitchen teams.
- Polished, professional presentation; no face tattoos, unnatural hair colors, or unkempt beards.
- Experience with Spanish or Cuban cuisine is highly preferred.
- Stable work history — fewer than four jobs in the past 10 years.
- We are seeking committed, long-term, career-focused professionals.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary ($85,000–$95,000)
- Performance-based annual bonus ($5,000–$10,000)
- Full health and dental benefits
- PTO and paid holidays
- Closed on major holidays
- Relocation assistance is considered for qualified candidates
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 157082
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Charles Frede