Executive Chef

Gordon Ramsay North America; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

401(k)

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Unlimited Flex Time

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

Gordon Ramsay North America is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our Oklahoma City kitchen, upholding the Gordon Ramsay brand of premium hospitality and high culinary standards. You will oversee a talented kitchen team, drive excellence in taste, presentation, and consistency, and ensure every service meets the brand's world-class expectations.

The role requires a proven track record as Executive or Head Chef in a premium, high-volume venue, strong leadership and recruitment skills, sharp

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Executive Chef or Head Chef in a premium, high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership and ability to recruit, develop, and retain staff.
• Excellent communication, verbal and written, across departments.
• Deep knowledge of classic cooking methods and seasonality, with an innovative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and drive food quality and consistency.
• Ensure health, safety and food safety standards compliance.
• Oversee supply chain and stock control.
• Manage food costs within targets.
• Coordinate resources and operations to meet P&L goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Staff recruitment & development

Communication skills

Food cost control

Quality & presentation

Health & safety compliance

Menu development & innovation

Job description

Ramsay’s Kitchen is a casually refined restaurant inspired by Michelin-starred Chef Gordon Ramsay and his global travels. Located in Oklahoma City’s premier entertainment district, Chisholm Creek, guests enjoy a seasonal menu featuring iconic dishes like Beef Wellington and Sticky Toffee Pudding, as well as local favorites with a twist.

The Executive Chef Must Have

• The motivation and leadership skills to represent the Gordon Ramsay brand and its world-class hospitality standards.
• Previous experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a premium, high-volume quality restaurant.
• A strong understanding of classic cooking methods and seasonality, with the ability to innovate and create.
• A keen eye for detail to maintain high food quality and presentation at all times.
• A proven track record of recruiting, developing, motivating, and retaining a high-performing kitchen team.
• Confidence and enthusiasm to lead the team in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written – to ensure clarity across all departments.
• The ability to multitask and manage relationships at all levels.

Key Accountabilities

• Serve as the key leader of the kitchen, effectively managing the team and driving food quality and consistency.
• Lead, inspire, and motivate the team to ensure retention and engagement.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards, both statutory and company-wide.
• Oversee supply chain and stock control, ensuring alignment with Ramsay’s Kitchen standards.
• Manage food costs effectively within set targets.
• Coordinate and control resources and commercial operations to meet the goals of the P&L.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus plan
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Unlimited Flex Time
• Employee Assistance Program: includes personal, financial, legal support, and coaching
• Access to world-class training & development opportunities
• Work with extraordinary culinary talent in a diverse and energizing restaurant environment
• Staff discounts in US & UK restaurants
• Friends & Family discounts across all US & UK restaurants

At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are proud to be an inclusive employer. We strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and are committed to placing equality, inclusion, and individuality at the heart of everything we do.