Executive Chef

RH; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RH is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead their Culinary Team in creating extraordinary guest experiences. This key leadership role requires expertise in culinary arts, financial management, and team development to ensure operational excellence and uphold RH's commitment to quality hospitality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in culinary and hospitality leadership.
• Expertise in financial performance and inventory controls.
• Advanced culinary skills, including mastery of knife techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Culinary Team Members through training.
• Oversee recruitment and ensure financial performance.
• Refine service execution and maintain quality and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Financial management

Inventory controls

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Foodager

Job description

Job DescriptionWith over 20 Hospitality experiences worldwide, RH Hospitality continues to expand our distinguished portfolio of Restaurants within our Design Galleries globally. Our goal is to blur the line between home and hospitality, creating an integrated experience that engages our guests and immerses them in the RH lifestyle.RH is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef to lead our Culinary Team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing our vision, overseeing every aspect of Culinary operations, and ensuring an uncompromising commitment to quality and hospitality. As Executive Chef, you will set the strategic direction, cultivate and develop exceptional talent, and drive operational excellence through refined systems and processes. You will inspire and empower your team to create extraordinary guest experiences while optimizing performance, innovation, and efficiency. As a key leader within the business, you will collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the overall success of RH Hospitality. As a key leader within RH Hospitality, you will collaborate across cross-functionally to enhance the success of our business and reinforce our culture.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and develop Culinary Team Members through structured training, mentorship, and in-the-moment coaching and guidance to uphold RH's Culinary standards and support their professional growth Define and lead the strategic direction of the kitchen team, overseeing recruitment, hiring and onboarding by building a high-performing team aligned with RH's vision Own and drive RH's Hospitality vision, strategy, and financial performance by leading inventory control, labor and food cost optimization, and expense forecasting to ensure operational efficiency and business success. Collaborate with Senior Leadership to contribute to daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue and expense planning, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Elevate and refine service execution, conducting detailed line checks, ensuring flawless food preparation, and overseeing seamless expediting to maintain world-class Culinary experiences. Mentor and empower the Kitchen Leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous growth Ensure strict adherence to quality and safety standards across all hospitality areas, guaranteeing regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Document key updates and insights to ensure alignment, enhance team performance, and support ongoing operational excellenceOUR REQUIREMENTS

5+ years experience in Culinary and hospitality leadership positions in a high-volume, full-service restaurant Proven ability to manage financial performance, including labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning Expertise in computer systems including Microsoft Excel, Foodager (or other inventory management system) and email communication

Advanced Culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standards Proven ability to work autonomously while making strategic decisions and collaborating effectively across all levels of leadership Command of both French and the English language, both written and spokenOUR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently moving and lifting items up to 50 lbs, while utilizing appropriate equipment and following safety guidelines Work standing and walking for extended periods of time#LI-EP1About UsRH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance. At RH, we are committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role.

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