Executive Chef

Nbutexas; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Relocation assistance

Annual Bonus Program

Job summary

Naples Steakhouse, soon-to-open in Naples, FL, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction of a luxury dining concept featuring premium dry-aged steaks and seafood. This role requires relocation to Naples and oversight of a 200+ seat operation, under a respected hospitality group.

Candidates should have 5+ years as an executive chef in upscale dining, with a background in high-volume steakhouse concepts, charcoal grilling, and strong financial acumen.

Qualifications

• Must relocate to Naples, Florida full-time.
• Minimum 5 years as executive chef in upscale or fine dining.
• Experience leading successful new restaurant openings.
• Background in high-volume steakhouse or chophouse concepts.
• Specialization in charcoal grilling; knowledge of dry-aged meats and seafood.
• Ability to manage annual restaurant sales of $6M+.
• Leadership of culinary teams 50+ staff.
• Valid ServSafe certification.
• Strong financial skills in managing food, labor and costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and culinary execution for a 200+ seat restaurant.
• Set and maintain highest standards for quality, safety, and presentation.
• Develop chef-driven seasonal menus leveraging Mediterranean flavors.
• Recruit, train, and inspire back-of-house team.
• Manage food and labor budgets while delivering an exceptional guest experience.
• Conduct line checks and monitor food safety and kitchen compliance.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to create a seamless, vibrant environment.

Skills

Executive Chef

Fine dining

High-volume

Charcoal grilling

Budget control

Staff leadership

ServSafe

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

A soon-to-open steakhouse in Naples, FL is seeking a skilled Executive Chef to lead the opening and ongoing culinary direction of this ambitious new restaurant. Backed by a respected hospitality group, this is an opportunity to shape a luxury dining concept featuring premium dry-aged steaks and seafood.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Relocation assistance on a case by case basis
• Annual Bonus Program

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Full time relocation to Naples, Florida
• Minimum 5 years as executive chef in upscale or fine dining
• Experience leading successful new restaurant openings
• Proven background in high-volume steakhouse or chophouse concepts
• Specialization in charcoal grilling; deep knowledge of dry-aged meats and seafood
• Demonstrated ability to manage annual restaurant sales of $6M+
• Leadership experience with culinary teams of 50+ staff
• Valid ServSafe Certification or equivalent
• Strong financial skills managing food, labor, and operational costs

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and culinary execution for a 200+ seat restaurant
• Set and maintain the highest standards for food quality, safety, and presentation
• Develop chef-driven seasonal menus and specials leveraging Mediterranean flavors
• Recruit, train, and inspire a back-of-house team
• Manage food and labor budgets while delivering an exceptional guest experience
• Conduct line checks, monitor food safety, and ensure kitchen compliance
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to create a seamless, vibrant restaurant environment

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Matt Bracher