Executive Chef

career group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable restaurant group in Boston is seeking an Executive Chef to lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader with extensive experience in upscale American cuisine and seafood. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, developing new menu items, and managing food costs. A commitment to quality and team collaboration is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5+ years of Executive Chef experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant.
• In-depth knowledge of upscale American cuisine and seafood.
• Exceptional creativity in developing unique menu items.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily kitchen operations and food preparation quality.
• Hire and train kitchen staff; provide ongoing coaching.
• Collaborate with management on food cost budgets and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Job description

This opportunity is with a client of Career Group, a premier, Women-Owned recruiting agency recognized nationwide for excellence in corporate and administrative staffing. We connect talented professionals with top companies and act as trusted career advisors every step of the way.

Executive Chef

Our client, a notable restaurant group, is seeking a talented and experienced Executive Chef to lead their back-of-house team in Boston, MA! As the Executive Chef, you will be a positive force in the kitchen and oversee all aspects of daily kitchen operations, including assisting with creating new seasonal menu items, controlling cost of goods, training staff, and working side by side with the FOH to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities:

- Provide strong leadership and guidance to the kitchen staff.
- Develop and maintain a positive, collaborative work environment, fostering teamwork, creativity, and growth.
- Set high culinary standards and ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Oversee all aspects of food preparation, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
- Maintain a strong focus on ingredient sourcing and quality, working closely with suppliers to ensure the freshest and finest ingredients are utilized.
- Hire and train kitchen staff, ensuring they are adequately trained on food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and restaurant standards.
- Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to develop skills and improve kitchen operations.
- Collaborate with the restaurant management team to establish and manage food cost budgets, inventory levels, and ordering processes.
- Conduct regular menu costing analysis and adjust as necessary to maximize profitability.

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 4-5+ years of similar work experience.
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, upscale restaurant.
- In-depth knowledge of upscale American cuisine and seafood, culinary techniques, and food trends.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Exceptional creativity and ability to develop unique and innovative menu items.
- Extensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Please submit your resume for consideration.

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