Executive Chef

Maverick Hospitality; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Opportunities for career growth within

Staff meals and dining discounts

Monthly gift card stipends for dining

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Layla's American Tavern in South Boston is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary and daily operations under Maverick Hospitality. You will deliver a high-quality menu, inspire the kitchen, and partner with FOH to ensure stellar guest experiences.

You will oversee budgeting, inventory, food safety, and menu innovation, while mentoring staff and maintaining our reputation for elevated comfort food and creative specials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of at least 2 years as an Executive Chef.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and cost control.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Familiarity with restaurant software and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to motivate the team and uphold performance standards.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, scheduling, inventory and health/safety compliance.
• Recruit, train and develop management and hourly staff; provide coaching.
• Manage budgeting, cost control and revenue optimization for profitability.
• Build strong vendor relationships to secure quality ingredients.
• Develop and execute monthly food specials and menus.
• Ensure food/beverage quality and consistency with recipes and presentation.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Food safety

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Maverick Hospitality, the Group behind Lucy’s American Tavern, Bowery Bar, Sam Walker's American Tavern and Layla’s American Tavern, is growing and hiring culinary leaders. Maverick Hospitality brands are committed to our guests’ experience with a true passion for hospitality and service. Our restaurants are modern neighborhood Taverns with a focus on elevated comfort food and American cuisine. Our beverage programs consist of a scratch cocktail program, local Craft beer and a carefully selected wine list. We offer our guests lunch, brunch, and dinner seven days a week.

We are looking for an Executive Chef to lead all aspects of our business at Layla's American Tavern located in vibrant South Boston.

Layla's first opened in the Summer in 2023 and has continued to build an outstanding reputation with our guests and our local community.

You will deliver a high-quality menu and motivate our staff to provide excellent guest service. You will ensure efficient restaurant operations, as well as maintain high production, productivity, quality, and guest-service standards. You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our restaurant’s reputation for exceptional culinary standards. Your leadership and passion for food will drive our success for our guests’ dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership: Lead by example, inspiring and motivating your team to provide excellent service and consistently meet performance standards.
• Operations: Oversee day to day operations, including scheduling, inventory management and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Staff Development: Recruit, train, and develop your management and hourly teams, providing coaching and feedback to foster their growth and success.
• Financial Management: Manage budgeting, cost control and revenue optimization to achieve profitability targets.
• Vendor Relations: Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and vendors to secure quality ingredients and products.
• Special Menus: Develop and execute innovative monthly food specials
• Quality Control: Ensure that all food and beverages meet our quality standards and adhere to our recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Guest Experience: Collaborate with restaurant FOH management team to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of at least 2 years as an Executive Chef.
• Strong leadership and team building-building skills.
• Excellent communication-building skills.
• Proficiency in financial management, including budgeting and cost control.
• A passion for the restaurant industry and dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Familiarity with restaurant software and point-of-sale systems.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and dental insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Opportunities for career growth within our organization
• Staff meals and dining discounts
• Monthly gift card stipends for bringing your family and friends to dine at your restaurant.
• A positive and inclusive work environment focused on well-being.

Maverick Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.