Executive Chef

Goodwin Recruiting; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is partnering with a respected hospitality group in Brookline, MA, to hire an Executive Chef who will lead a skilled culinary team and drive dining excellence. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, menu development, and operational oversight to deliver memorable guest experiences while maintaining cost controls and high standards.

This on-site position offers competitive compensation and strong room for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams and delivering guest-focused dining.
• Proven ability to mentor hourly staff and manage costs.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, develop kitchen team to uphold high standards and accountability.
• Oversee daily operations for efficient, consistent service and presentation.
• Manage inventory, ordering, food costs, and overall kitchen finances.
• Ensure health, safety, sanitation, and company policy compliance.
• Partner with leadership to boost operations and guest satisfaction.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff with daily pre-shift meetings; drive new menus.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Mentoring

Budgeting

Inventory control

Food costs

Hospitality

Job description

Executive Chef

Join a respected hospitality group dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences through exceptional food, service, and teamwork. This Executive Chef opportunity offers a chance to lead with passion, inspire a strong culinary team, and drive operational excellence in a supportive environment that values growth and accountability.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary of $90,000 – $95,000 annually plus potential performance-based incentives


• Paid vacation and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Wellness and mental health support programs, including fitness and wellness discounts


• Career growth and professional development opportunities


• Fun, energetic, and team-oriented workplace culture

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role


• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills


• Proven ability to develop and mentor hourly team members


• Experience managing food costs, labor, budgeting, and inventory control


• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team to maintain high standards of quality and accountability


• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient, consistent service and exceptional food presentation


• Manage inventory, ordering, food costs, and overall kitchen financial performance


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and company policies


• Partner with restaurant leadership to enhance operational success and guest satisfaction


• Recruit, train, coach, and support team members through ongoing mentorship and daily pre-shift meetings


• Drive new menu rollouts and operational initiatives, and manage budgeting and labor controls

This role is ideal for a hands-on, proactive leader who thrives on creating extraordinary culinary experiences while fostering a positive and accountable team culture.