Corporate Chef

Nbutexas; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Growth opportunity within an expanding

Leadership visibility with ownership

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a visionary Corporate Chef to lead culinary operations across its upscale dining concepts, shaping menu direction and ensuring the highest guest experiences.

The role requires 3+ years of executive culinary leadership, a culinary degree, expertise in scratch kitchens, food cost control, inventory, and P&L management, plus a food handler certification. Travel between locations is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of executive-level culinary leadership in upscale dining concepts.
• Culinary degree required.
• Deep understanding of food cost control, inventory systems, and P&L management.
• Valid food handler certification.
• Willingness to travel between locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and standardize all culinary operations across the brand.
• Develop, refine, and execute seasonal menus with focus on seasonality and consistency.
• Oversee vendor relationships and sourcing of premium proteins and seafood.
• Drive food cost discipline while protecting the guest experience.
• Mentor and develop chefs, building a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Implement and enforce training programs around technique, presentation, and hospitality.
• Partner with ownership and operations on strategic growth initiatives.

Skills

Executive leadership

Scratch kitchen

Menu development

Vendor relations

Food cost control

P&L management

Travel flexibility

Food safety certification

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

An established upscale dining and event/catering group is seeking a visionary culinary leader to oversee operations for an elevated concept. This is a rare opportunity to shape culinary direction at a group known for its commitment to premium ingredients, meticulous technique, and unwavering standards. The role offers visibility at the highest levels and a platform for creative and professional growth.

Corporate Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary up to $100K
• Performance bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Growth opportunity within an expanding dining group
• Leadership visibility with ownership

Corporate Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of executive-level culinary leadership in upscale dining concepts
• Strong background in scratch kitchens with elevated plating standards
• Culinary degree required
• Demonstrated success leading high-performance culinary teams
• Deep understanding of food cost control, inventory systems, and P&L management
• Valid food handler certification
• Willingness to travel between locations as needed

Corporate Chef Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience with dry-aging programs and upscale protein fabrication
• Comfort working within a disciplined brigade structure

Corporate Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead and standardize all culinary operations across the brand
• Develop, refine, and execute seasonal menus with focus on seasonality and consistency
• Oversee vendor relationships and sourcing of premium proteins and seafood
• Drive food cost discipline while protecting the guest experience
• Mentor and develop chefs, building a culture of accountability and excellence
• Implement and enforce training programs around technique, presentation, and hospitality
• Partner with ownership and operations on strategic growth initiatives

Bring your presence, precision, and leadership maturity to a fine dining environment where your culinary vision will shape lasting guest experiences.

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