Executive Chef

Stefanini, Inc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HSS DIRECT in Sacramento is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume American restaurant. This hands-on role requires culinary strategy, staff leadership, and a commitment to quality.

You will develop menus, manage food costs and labor, ensure food safety, and mentor a diverse culinary team. The position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 to $90,000 based on experience and performance.

Qualifications

• Executive Chef experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Proven leadership of large culinary teams in a busy operation.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Experience with menu development, costings, budgeting, purchasing, and labor controls.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, high-volume culinary environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food production and service.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
• Create staff schedules and manage labor costs.
• Supervise Sous Chefs, Kitchen Managers, and culinary staff; maintain a positive work environment.
• Develop menus, recipes, and seasonal offerings aligned with goals.
• Manage food purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and product quality.
• Monitor food and labor costs and drive profitability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and communicate needs to management.
• Oversee banquet, catering, and restaurant operations; ensure consistency and quality.
• Step in to work all kitchen stations during peak periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, efficient kitchen and enforce standards.
• Collaborate with ownership to achieve guest satisfaction and financial objectives.

Skills

Executive chef

High-volume operation

Menu development

Food cost controls

Labor management

Food safety HACCP

Leadership

Team development

Job description

Job Details

HSS DIRECT

Executive Chef Sacramento,CA
Posted:7/20/2026
Job Description Job ID#:1511
Job Category:HSS DIRECT

Details: Hospitality Staffing Solutions (HSS), a division of KBS, and is recognized as the largest hospitality staffing firms in the nation supporting over 90 markets in 38 states. Our family of companies support industry leaders in: hotels & resorts, senior living facilities, hospitals & medical facilities, event venues, restaurants, convention centers and stadiums, colleges & universities, manufacturing & production facilities, and more. HSS is currently looking for an experienced Executive Chef for a busy American restaurant in the Sacramento area. We are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Executive Chef to lead all aspects of kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall culinary strategy, daily kitchen operations, team leadership, food quality, financial performance, and compliance with food safety standards. This is a working leadership role that requires a strong presence in the kitchen, a passion for developing teams, and the ability to consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Job Duties

• Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient, high-quality food production and service.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
• Create employee schedules and manage labor costs to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Supervise Sous Chefs, Kitchen Managers, and culinary staff while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Develop menus, recipes, and seasonal offerings that align with operational and financial goals.
• Manage food purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and product quality.
• Monitor food costs, labor costs, and waste while implementing strategies to maximize profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and communicate operational needs to management.
• Oversee banquet, catering, and restaurant operations while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Step in and work all kitchen stations as needed to support the team during peak business periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen while enforcing company standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with ownership and management to achieve guest satisfaction, financial objectives, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Previous Executive Chef experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, resort, country club, casino, or similar culinary environment.
• Proven experience leading large culinary teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Experience with menu development, food costing, budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, and labor controls.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, hands‑on culinary environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support business operations.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $80,000 to 90,000 and it's based on experience.

HSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.