Executive Chef - Creative, High-Volume Culinary Leader

Flik Hospitality Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations, inspire a talented team, and deliver outstanding food quality, creativity, and operational excellence. You will oversee menu development, high-volume production, purchasing, inventory management, and financial performance while guiding a culture of innovation and guest-focused hospitality.

Join a dynamic, fast-paced environment where culinary leadership, compliance with HACCP standards, and cost control are

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Three to five years of culinary management experience in corporate dining, restaurants, hotels, higher education, or other food service environments.
• Strong background in high-volume food production and catering operations.
• Proven experience managing food costs, purchasing, inventory, and financial performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Extensive knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and culinary trends.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional culinary standards.
• Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of daily culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Develop creative, seasonal menus that balance culinary innovation, guest preferences, and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary associates to build a high-performing team.
• Oversee high-volume food production, catering, and special events.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, food costs, labor, and operating expenses while meeting financial goals.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with marketing and culinary teams to introduce new menus, promotions, and culinary programs.
• Monitor kitchen operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and culinary excellence.
• Build strong relationships with clients, guests, and operational leadership.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Team management

Food safety HACCP

Cost control

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management

Catering operations

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations, inspire a talented team, and deliver outstanding food quality, creativity, and operational excellence. You will oversee menu development, high-volume production, purchasing, inventory management, and financial performance while guiding a culture of innovation and guest-focused hospitality.

Join a dynamic, fast-paced environment where culinary leadership, compliance with HACCP standards, and cost control are