Executive Chef

Nbutexas; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits fully paid

Paid vacation (3 weeks)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Nbutexas in Louisville, KY is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a talented kitchen team at a renowned Italian restaurant. You will plan menus, manage costs, and be a visible ambassador for a theatrical dining concept.

You will mentor staff, uphold high standards, and collaborate with senior leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience across all shifts.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience overseeing a high-volume kitchen (>$4M sales)
• Strong culinary background with proven ability to execute established menus at a high level
• Business acumen and financial responsibility
• Polished, professional presentation and effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Schedule, mentor, and support the culinary team to meet labor budgets and operational goals
• Oversee ordering and inventory management with strict food-cost controls
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and adherence to operational standards
• Execute a consistent, high-quality menu and drive service excellence by working the line as needed
• Partner with the general manager and leadership team to maintain an exceptional guest experience
• Engage with guests in the dining room, representing the restaurant's personality and vision

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu execution

Financial awareness

Professional presentation

Communication skills

Italian culinary experience

Job description

Executive Chef - Louisville, KY

Join a renowned hospitality group operating an acclaimed Italian restaurant celebrated for its immersive, guest-centric atmosphere. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team, deliver consistently outstanding food, and be a visible, engaging ambassador for a unique, theatrical dining concept.

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

• 100% of health benefits paid by the company
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 401(k) with a 4% match, fully vested
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience overseeing a $4 million+ sales volume kitchen
• Strong culinary background with a proven ability to execute established menus at a high level
• Business acumen and financial responsibility
• Polished, professional presentation and effective communication skills

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

• Hands-on kitchen leadership, with demonstrated ability to train, coach, and motivate culinary teams
• Italian culinary experience strongly preferred
• Experience interacting positively with guests and serving as a restaurant ambassador
• Organized, disciplined, and capable of maintaining operational standards

Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Schedule, mentor, and support the culinary team to meet labor budgets and achieve operational goals
• Oversee ordering and inventory management, maintaining strict food-cost controls
• Continuously ensure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and adherence to operational standards
• Execute a consistent, high-quality menu and drive service excellence by working the line as needed
• Partner with the general manager and leadership team to maintain an exceptional guest experience
• Engage with guests in the dining room, representing the restaurant's personality and vision