Executive Chef at The Mooring

MOORING LTD; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

LTD

401k Match

Employee Ownership

Dining Discount

EAP

Telemedicine

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

The Mooring in Newport, RI is seeking an Executive Chef who will own the kitchen, including menu direction, labor and food costs, and team development. You’ll lead high-volume seafood service with scratch cooking and seasonal menus while upholding safety and quality standards.

You bring 3–5+ years as an Executive Chef in busy concepts, a culinary arts background, and a collaborative leadership style. relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume establishment.
• A proven track record of high-quality, scratch cuisine in high-volume seafood concepts.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred, though exceptional experience speaks loud.

Responsibilities

• Set the culinary vision and execute it consistently across every service.
• Engineer the menu—seasonality, cost-conscious creativity, and scratch cooking.
• Own your numbers: labor costs, food costs, and budget performance.
• Hire, train, and develop your kitchen team—and build a culture people want to stay in.
• Manage performance and hold the team to high standards, fairly and respectfully.
• Ensure kitchen operations are efficient, safe, and sanitary at all times.
• Direct the training of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff to keep skills sharp and standards high.

Skills

Leadership

Cost controls

Culinary arts

Communication

Team development

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Executive ChefThe MooringNewport, RI______________________________The Mooring | Newport Restaurant Group | 100% Employee-OwnedRunning a kitchen is one thing. Running a kitchen where you’re also an owner — where every great dish, every tight labor cost, and every cook you develop directly grows your own stake in the company — that’s something else. We’re looking for an Executive Chef who doesn’t just want to lead a kitchen, but wants to own it. Relocation assistance available for candidates outside the area who qualify.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOUWe believe the people behind the food should share in the success. Here’s what comes with the role:Competitive compensation — $105,000–$120,000 annuallySick, Holiday, and Vacation paid time offHealth & Wellness:MedicalDentalVisionFlexible and Dependent Care spending account optionsHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA)Financial & Employee Ownership:100% Company-paid LTD, Life & AD&D InsuranceGenerous Company 401k matchEmployee Ownership OpportunitiesEmployee Perks:NRG Dining Card Program35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Discount ProgramsWholesaler Club Reimbursement ProgramTenure ProgramRefer a friend, earn a bonus — Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits:Telemedicine accessWHAT YOU’LL DOYou’ll have full ownership of the kitchen — the food, the people, and the numbers. Here’s what that looks like:Set the culinary vision and execute it consistently across every serviceEngineer the menu — seasonality, cost-conscious creativity, and scratch cooking that guests come back forOwn your numbers: labor costs, food costs, and budget performanceHire, train, and develop your kitchen team — and build a culture people want to stay inManage performance and hold the team to high standards, fairly and respectfullyEnsure kitchen operations are efficient, safe, and sanitary at all timesDirect the training of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff to keep skills sharp and standards highWHO YOU AREYou’re a chef who leads from the front, takes pride in what comes out of your kitchen, and knows that a great team is as important as a great dish. You bring:A deep passion for food and the guest experience — it shows in every plateA collaborative leadership style that builds equitable, respectful kitchen cultureThe ability to stay calm and strategic when service gets chaoticSharp financial instincts — you know your food cost and you manage to itStrong communication skills with everyone from line cooks to front-of-house leadershipFlexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays — this is hospitalityComfort on your feet for extended periods and ability to lift 25–50 lbsOn paper, you bring:3–5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume establishmentA proven track record of high-quality, scratch cuisine — preferably in high-volume Seafood conceptsCulinary Arts degree preferred — though exceptional experience speaks just as loudDemonstrated experience with cost controls and kitchen financialsABOUT THE MOORING AND NEWPORT RESTAURANT GROUPWith a focus on fresh ingredients, The Mooring’s menu features crafted beverages and ‘top-of-the catch’ seafood, perfect for every occasion. Since 1981, guests have enjoyed the panoramic sunsets and nautical views over Narragansett Bay. In the warmer weather, our mahogany planked patio floating over the harbor is the perfect, relaxed atmosphere for outdoor dining.We believe an unparalleled dining experience includes not only an exceptional meal, but also phenomenal service. At The Mooring, our dedicated team members are employee-owners, meaning our commitment to our guests and to one another is unwavering. We invite you to join us and be part of our brand of hospitality.The Mooring is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!We’re a 100% Employee-Owned Company — which means when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re on a path that could lead to ownership. No catch. We invest in our people, and our people invest their talents right back into the business. We’re proud to be one of the friendliest hospitality teams in New England, and our common goal is simple: make people happy through great food, great locations, and great teamwork.Ready to lead a kitchen you can be proud of? We’d love to hear from you.