Executive Chef — Build the Kitchen & Menu (Pre-Opening)

Big Fish; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contribution

Paid time off

Dining benefits

Job summary

Big Fish in Myrtle Beach is looking for an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations and menu development in a high-volume seafood restaurant. This role involves sourcing local ingredients, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining high food quality and cost control. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, strong seafood knowledge, and a ServSafe Manager certification. Big Fish offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, health insurance contributions, and a chance to shape the kitchen culture from the ground up.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Executive Chef or strong Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Expertise in sourcing, breakdown, cookery techniques for seafood.
• Experience in running kitchens with $4M+ annual food revenue.

Responsibilities

• Own menu development and food quality in the kitchen.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop BOH team.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and compliance with health codes.

Skills

Seafood expertise

Menu development

Kitchen leadership

Financial management

Education

ServSafe Manager certification

Job description

Big Fish in Myrtle Beach is looking for an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations and menu development in a high-volume seafood restaurant. This role involves sourcing local ingredients, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining high food quality and cost control. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, strong seafood knowledge, and a ServSafe Manager certification. Big Fish offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, health insurance contributions, and a chance to shape the kitchen culture from the ground up.