Executive Chef

Clyde's Restaurant Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus potential

Company-funded pension

401k participation

Health plan

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Join Clyde's Restaurant Group as an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen with a focus on profitability and guest experience. This culinary leadership role requires strong business acumen, systems proficiency, and a track record of delivering upscale American cuisine.

You will own culinary quality, cost management, staff development, and menu innovation across multiple DC Metro properties. The role offers a competitive base salary and quarterly bonus potential, with full benefits and

Qualifications

• Proven Executive Chef experience in high-volume, upscale dining ($8M+ in annual revenue).
• Strong financial fluency: food and labor cost management, P&L ownership.
• Experience with food costing and inventory platforms (MarginEdge, CTUIT).

Responsibilities

• Own the kitchen: culinary quality, food and labor costs, staffing and scheduling.
• Drive cost goals through disciplined ordering and waste control.
• Build and develop a high-performing kitchen team through coaching.
• Lead menu development and regular menu classes.
• Maintain standards for quality, portions, temperatures and presentation.
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Manage timekeeping and performance appraisals.
• Partner with restaurant leadership to align kitchen with guest experience.

Skills

Executive Chef experience

High-volume kitchen

P&L ownership

Food cost management

Menu development

Team coaching

Communication

Tools

MarginEdge

CTUIT

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Base Salary: $100,000 - $130,000/ year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

Ready to elevate your career with a company that values work-life balance, competitive pay, and a positive work environment?

Join Clyde's Restaurant Group as an Executive Chef — a culinary leadership opportunity within one of the DC Metro area's most respected and enduring restaurant groups, known for upscale American cuisine, high-volume operations, and a culture that invests in its people.

We need a culinary leader who can do more than run a great line - someone who understands the business behind the kitchen. Our ideal Executive Chef brings proven high-volume experience ($8M+ in annual revenue), a strong command of kitchen systems and technology, and the financial fluency to own their P&L with confidence.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS AN EXECUTIVE CHEF

• Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
• Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
• Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
• Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
• Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
• Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
• Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Dining Discounts: Complimentary off-duty dining and shift meals.
• Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
• Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
• Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
• Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN AN EXECUTIVE CHEF

• We're looking for a seasoned culinary leader who combines a genuine passion for food with the business acumen to run a complex, high-volume kitchen.
• Proven Executive Chef experience in a high-volume ($8M+), upscale dining environment
• Strong financial fluency - food and labor cost management, P&L ownership, and inventory control
• Systems-driven with experience in food costing and inventory platforms (MarginEdge, CTUIT, or similar); proficient in Microsoft Suite
• Deep command of American cuisine with the creativity to build menus that excite guests and drive revenue
• A natural coach who sets high standards and develops people to meet them
• Calm under pressure, decisive in the moment, and solutions-oriented when it counts
• Excellent communicator - clear with your team, collaborative with FOH leadership

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN EXECUTIVE CHEF

• Own the kitchen - culinary quality, food and labor costs, staffing, scheduling, and daily operations
• Drive food and labor cost goals through disciplined ordering, inventory management, and waste control
• Build, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team through hands-on coaching and clear accountability
• Lead menu development and conduct regular menu classes to ensure consistent execution across all meal periods
• Maintain rigorous standards for food quality, portioning, temperature, and presentation
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations through regular facility inspections and proactive maintenance scheduling
• Manage timekeeping, write performance appraisals, and hold team members to operational goals
• Partner with restaurant leadership to align kitchen operations with the overall guest experience and business objectives

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde's Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Contact us at [e-mail] if you need any special accommodations to apply.