Executive Chef

The Post Oak; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training program

Career development opportunities

Employee dining discounts

Health benefit plans

Dental, vision, life, disability and 1

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus

Job summary

Strip House Midtown is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a high-end culinary team in Manhattan. Drive culinary excellence, manage the kitchen, and uphold the Strip House standard of exceptional dining experiences and hospitality.

You’ll oversee back-of-house operations, control costs, and mentor staff while delivering unforgettable service in a premier steakhouse setting on 44th Street.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in culinary management with 2+ years as Executive Chef in upscale dining.
• Strong oversight of back-of-house operations, inventory, and cost controls.
• Proven leadership and ability to train and develop staff.
• Track record of delivering high guest satisfaction in a fine dining setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to ensure culinary excellence.
• Manage labor, inventory, and costs to meet budget goals.
• Oversee sanitation and safety in compliance with OSHA and brand standards.
• Maintain high standards for guest experience and service quality.
• Collaborate with leadership on menu development and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost control

Staff training

Conflict resolution

Job description

Strip House

Midtown (44th Street), New York City

Executive Chef

Lead the culinary team at one of Manhattan's premier steakhouse destinations. Strip House Midtown on 44th Street brings together everything guests love about the iconic Strip House experience—expertly prepared prime steaks, indulgent signature sides, and an unforgettable atmosphere set within a stunning bi-level restaurant. As Executive Chef, you'll drive culinary excellence, lead a high-performing kitchen team, and uphold the standards of a celebrated brand known for exceptional dining experiences, private events, and impeccable hospitality in the heart of New York City.

Benefits

• Extensive and well-rounded training program


• Continued career development and growth opportunities


• Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels


• Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs


• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k)


• Paid sick leave


• Paid time off


• Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment to a \"Do Whatever It Takes Attitude\" and a hands‑on, lead by example management style


• Management of all back of house staff in an upscale / fine dining kitchen, including ongoing training, development, and follow up


• Achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other cost centres through proper planning and execution


• Oversee weekly and monthly inventories, and ordering of food and supplies


• Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of Culinary Management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Chef in an upscale / fine dining establishment


• Strong knowledge and attention to detail on back of the house operations including staff supervision, inventory controls and food/labor cost, and product quality


• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills


• Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic

EOE

Pay Range

USD $95,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.