Executive Chef

True Food Kitchen; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant collection as a manager, where you will oversee operations, ensure high-quality service, and lead a passionate team. This role requires strong leadership and financial skills to create memorable dining experiences while managing a high-volume environment. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, flexible PTO, and various health benefits.

Benefits

Flexible PTO

Long Term Incentive Bonus Plan

Health and Wellness Benefits

Gym membership discount

401K and TRUE Matching

Dining discounts

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience as a manager in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Manage FOH & BOH employees alongside the General Manager.
• Lead high-volume service periods to ensure quality and service standards.
• Conduct inspections to ensure a safe production environment.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer Service

Financial Acumen

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We're a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

What you will do:

1. Partner with FOH and BOH management teams to maximize sales and optimize profits through managing P&Ls, inventory, and controllable cash to meet forecasting and budget goals.
2. Lead high-volume service periods from the floor or expo to ensure food quality, service, table engagement, and presentation meet TFK standards.
3. Perform with the BOH team, conduct precise line checks, facility walks, and participate in EcoSure & Health inspections to ensure a safe production environment.
4. Manage all FOH & BOH employees alongside the General Manager, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, training, performance appraisals, and employee development, in accordance with TFK policies and applicable laws.
5. Facilitate development channels for management and key hourly team members.
6. This role typically requires a 50-hour work week over 5 days, with flexibility based on restaurant needs.

We look for people who:

1. Are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and exceeding guest expectations.
2. Are resilient in stressful situations and capable of handling last-minute requests.
3. Have over 5 years of experience as a manager in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
4. Possess expert knowledge of the financial aspects of business operations.
5. Are caring, self-motivated, and demonstrate leadership, coaching, and excellence-driving skills.

Additional information:

• Flexible PTO
• Long Term Incentive Bonus Plan
• Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus
• Health and Wellness Benefits (medical, dental, eye & more)
• FSA options for child care assistance
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Gym membership discount
• Pre-paid legal support
• 401K and TRUE Matching
• Work-life balance including days off for Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Dining discounts and family meals
• Additional perks and discounts through Perkspot

If you're excited about working with us and meet most of the skills or experience we seek, please apply. We are committed to creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, military status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under law.