Executive Chef

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Retirement savings program

50% dining discount

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

A well-known restaurant group in Gilbert, Arizona is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to manage daily operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The role requires at least 5 years of high-volume restaurant management experience and a strong understanding of business operations. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $85,000 - $100,000 per year and a 25% bonus opportunity. Join a dynamic team that values hard work, creativity, and passion for food.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of high-volume restaurant management experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of business operations and financials.
• Ability to coach and lead a restaurant team.

Responsibilities

• Manage shifts, including daily decision making, scheduling, and planning.
• Ensure product quality and restaurant cleanliness.
• Drive continuous improvement in restaurant operations.

Skills

High-volume restaurant management experience

Understanding of business operations and financials

Ability to create memorable dining experiences

Understanding food ingredients

Calmness in high-volume environments

Tools

POS systems

OpenTable

Job description

Compensation Range

$85,000 - $100,000 / year + 25% bonus opportunity

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Hiring – Executive Chef

Hiring Immediately

Why Culinary Dropout?

• Competitive Pay and incentive opportunity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage within 30 days of employment
• Retirement savings program with company match
• 50% dining discount at all Fox Restaurant Concept locations
• Additional discounts at The Cheesecake Factory and North Italia
• Gym, fitness studio & nutrition discounts offered through Gympass
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off

Who we are:

Culinary Dropout is part of Fox Restaurant Concepts, an ever evolving and growing line of innovative brands founded in 1998. As Dropouts, we have a passion for working hard, having fun, and being damn good at our job. The atmosphere at Culinary Dropout breeds show‑stopping food, phenomenal cocktails, and genuine hospitality every single time. If you love working in a high‑energy, entertaining atmosphere that always keeps you on your toes, we have a spot for you here. We’re hiring immediately!

What you’ll do:

• Must have 5+ years high‑volume restaurant management experience
• Demonstrate an understanding of business operations and financials
• Manage shifts which include daily decision making, scheduling, and planning
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations
• Understand flavors, aromas, and characteristics of food ingredients
• Ensure product quality and restaurant cleanliness
• Perform calmly and effectively in a high‑volume environment
• Manage on‑the‑fly requests with ease and poise
• Understand POS systems and OpenTable (or other digital/online reservation systems)
• Coach, lead and develop restaurant team
• Drive continuous improvement

Equal Opportunity

Fox Restaurant Concepts, an entity of the Cheesecake Factory, is an Equal Opportunity & E‑Verify Employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.