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Join a food-driven company where craftsmanship, consistency, and true hospitality are at the heart of everything we do. Our team is dedicated to scratch-made excellence — no shortcuts, no compromises — and we’re searching for an Executive Chef who shares that passion. If you thrive in a high-volume environment and have a passion for incredible BBQ, then we want to talk to you about showcasing your talents!
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with a structured monthly bonus program tied to performance
- Full Company Paid Health Insurance 100%
- Generous PTO
- Company-paid life insurance
- Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding restaurant group
Requirements & Must-Haves
- Minimum 4 years of culinary leadership in a high-volume, scratch-made smoked BBQ
- Proven success managing ordering, labor, scheduling, and back-of-house operations
- Strong grasp of food safety, sanitation, and health inspection standards
- Skilled at training and developing teams with clear communication and accountability
- Comfortable working with an involved ownership team that values structure and performance
Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience in multi-unit or structured restaurant groups with established systems
- Proficiency in smoking techniques, open-flame cooking, and Southern barbecue
- Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred
- Professional leadership style with high integrity, composure under pressure, and a “raise the bar” mentality
- ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credential
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.
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Melissa Driza