Brand-Driven Executive Chef | Lead Elevated Dining Team

Wally's Wine & Spirits; Culver City (CA); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wally’s Wine & Spirits in Culver City, CA is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate our culinary program, shaping a brand-aligned menu and mentoring a talented kitchen team. You will collaborate with our wine program and events teams to craft memorable experiences for guests in a premium dining setting.

The role requires 5+ years in an executive chef role, strong menu development skills, and expertise in food cost and budgeting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in executive chef or similar leadership role.
• Strong menu development and seasonal planning experience.
• Proven ability to lead and coach culinary teams in fast-paced hospitality.
• Understanding of food cost, labor, budgeting, vendor relationships, and P&L.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations while maintaining top food quality, presentation, and safety.
• Partner with Corporate Executive Chef to develop seasonal brand-aligned menus.
• Coach and develop sous chefs and kitchen staff through hands-on leadership.
• Collaborate with events and wine teams for private dining and special experiences.
• Oversee kitchen and Cheesebox operations including staffing and inventory.
• Manage food, labor, and operating costs while ensuring efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and uphold a growth-focused culture.

Connaissances

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Budgeting & P&L

Staff training

Formation

Culinary degree

Outils

POS systems

MS Office

Description du poste

Wally’s Wine & Spirits in Culver City, CA is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate our culinary program, shaping a brand-aligned menu and mentoring a talented kitchen team. You will collaborate with our wine program and events teams to craft memorable experiences for guests in a premium dining setting.

The role requires 5+ years in an executive chef role, strong menu development skills, and expertise in food cost and budgeting.