Executive Chef | CLAUDIE

Rival; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Riviera Dining Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, drive menu development, and manage all food-related functions. This role focuses on quality, cost efficiency, and strategic culinary direction across its venues, reporting to the Corporate Chef.

The Executive Chef will oversee hands-on culinary leadership, mentor the team, and ensure guest satisfaction in a fast-paced, upscale setting with evening and weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• Two- or four-year culinary degree required.
• Minimum 10 years in a kitchen management role as Executive Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume upscale restaurant.
• Proficiency with Excel and Windows for operations and cost control.
• Strong leadership ability with a culinary team.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Good listening and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Menu & Recipe Development.
• Plan and create menus for all food outlets, including specials and seasonal changes.
• Develop standard recipes and food preparation and presentation techniques that ensure quality and control costs.
• Manage recipe accuracy and provide current recipes to operations and Corporate Chef.
• Cost and evaluate menus in collaboration with the cost control team.
• Assist in menu launches and train operations teams on new dishes and new menus.
• Audit food quality across all operations and ensure consistent standards.
• Audit recipe adherence with the Chief Culinary Officer and corporate culinary team.
• Evaluate products for quality, price, and related goods.
• Maintain knowledge of trends within the F&B market.
• Interact with Food & Beverage and Operations management to exceed expectations.
• Support cross-venue culinary initiatives with Corporate Chef and Casa Neos Executive Chef.
• Attend required meetings and perform other duties as needed.

Education

Two- or four-year culinary degree

Tools

Excel

Windows

Job description

WHO ARE WE?

Riviera Dining Group is redefining hospitality through elevated dining, vibrant nightlife, and immersive design. From the success of MILA in Miami Beach to the expansion of AVA, CASA NEOS, and CLAUDIE, RDG is building a collection of destinations that offer more than a meal - they create unforgettable experiences.

POSITION SUM M ARY

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall kitchen operation as a successful independent profit center, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling kitchen operations and administration. The role owns menu development, recipe integrity, food quality, and cost performance, exhibiting culinary talent through hands-on work while leading the culinary team and managing all food-related functions. This position reports to the Corporate Chef.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Menu & Recipe Development
• Plan and create menus for all food outlets, including specials and seasonal changes.
• Develop standard recipes and food preparation and presentation techniques that hold quality consistently high and minimize food cost.
• Manage recipe accuracy and provide operations and the Corporate Chef with current, accurate recipes.
• Cost and evaluate menus in collaboration with the cost control team.
• Assist in menu launches and train operations teams on new dishes and new menus.
• Food Quality & Standards
• Audit food quality across all operations.
• Audit recipe adherence on a regular basis with the Chief Culinary Officer and the corporate culinary team.
• Evaluate food products to ensure quality standards are consistently attained.
• Evaluate products to confirm quality, price, and related goods are consistently met.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends within the F&B market.
• Cross-Functional Partnership
• Interact with Food & Beverage and Operations management so food production consistently exceeds member and guest expectations.
• Assist in implementing the Food Matrix with the Menu Coordinator.
• Work closely with the Menu Analyst for information on new menu creations.
• Work closely with the Sourcing Manager for updates on farm products.
• Work with the Menu Coordinator on menu descriptions, food matrix, allergen information, and menu launches.
• Support the Corporate Chef and the Executive Chef of Casa Neos on cross-venue culinary initiatives.
• Attend all required meetings and additional meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties as directed.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Two- or four-year culinary degree.
• Minimum 10 years in a kitchen management role as Executive Chef in a fast-paced , high-volume upscale restaurant.
• Computer proficiency including Excel and Windows.
• Strong leadership ability with a culinary team.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated organizational skill.
• Good listening and verbal communication skills.
• Alert to operational and F&B needs across the venue.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Stands for the majority of the shift.
• Lifts, carries, and moves up to 50 pounds.
• Bends, reaches, stoops, and kneels throughout the shift.
• Perform repetitive hand tasks including knife work, plating, and equipment handling.
• Fast-paced professional kitchen with exposure to heat, steam, open flame, and other kitchen elements.
• Wet floors, cleaning chemicals, and walk-in cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Elevated noise levels during active service.
• Schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs and event calendar.

$135,000 - $150,000 a year

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this job.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, functions, responsibilities, and skills required of employees so classified. RDG reserves the right to modify or deviate from the duties, functions, responsibilities, and skills required of employees in this job and nothing herein shall restrict RDG management’s right to assign or reassign tasks, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.