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Executive Chef – Fine Dining
A renowned boutique hospitality property in the heart of Virginia horse country is seeking a hands-on, creative, and seasonally driven Executive Chef to lead its intimate fine-dining establishment. This is a unique opportunity for a chef who thrives in a serene rural setting, values local sourcing, and enjoys crafting thoughtful, refined cuisine supported by an onsite farm and a leadership team deeply committed to quality.
Benefits and Compensation
A competitive compensation package is offered, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) program
• Disability insurance
• Relocation support
• Bonus potential
• Professional growth in a boutique, quality-focused environment
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
• Proven success as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a fine-dining or chef-driven environment
• Strong foundation in seasonal, farm-influenced, or hyper-local cuisine
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to mentor, train, and communicate clearly
• Experience overseeing ordering, inventory, food quality, and cost management
• Highly organized with excellent follow-through and attention to detail
• Comfortable updating menus multiple times per year in collaboration with ownership or property leadership
• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Solid career tenure of two or more years per role
• A working-chef mentality, present on the line and leading by example
• Ability to maintain exceptionally high standards despite lower nightly volume
• Strong guest awareness and the ability to represent the property in a polished, articulate manner
If you are a warm, collaborative chef who values creativity, seasonality, and a supportive environment where quality comes before volume, this opportunity offers an exceptional chance to make your mark.
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: 168241
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Melissa Driza