Executive Chef - Central Kitchen & 45+ Outlets

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations across park culinary locations with a focus on safety, sanitation, and high-quality food. The role oversees central kitchens and 45+ outlets, managing a large team and delivering menu innovation.

Responsibilities include cost management, staff development, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while driving guest satisfaction and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree / vocational or technical school in Culinary Arts / F&B preferred.
• ServSafe manager and ServSafe alcohol certifications preferred.
• 8–10 years of experience as an Executive Chef preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership/management experience overseeing a large group.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on management of day-to-day operations of all food outlet kitchens, enforcing policies and procedures.
• Oversee inventory and ordering; ensure health department compliance.
• Perform product testing to maintain ingredient quality and cost control.
• Provide training and development to culinary staff to maintain high standards.
• Plan menus and budgeting; analyze costs and optimize menu pricing.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Recipe costing

Education

Associate's degree / vocational or technical school (Culinary Arts / F&B)

ServSafe manager certification

ServSafe alcohol certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations across park culinary locations with a focus on safety, sanitation, and high-quality food. The role oversees central kitchens and 45+ outlets, managing a large team and delivering menu innovation.

Responsibilities include cost management, staff development, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while driving guest satisfaction and revenue growth.