Executive Chef — Creative Kitchen Leader, Flexible Schedule

Three Oaks Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company match

Employee Discount

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Free Parking

Job summary

Three Oaks Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef for M.Bird. Tampa’s premier rooftop destination perched high above Armature Works. You will lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team, crafting a culinary vision aligned with the brand and guest experience.

Based in Tampa, FL, this full-time role demands creative menu development, strict cost controls, and a collaborative leadership style. The position requires availability for late nights, weekends, and holidays, with pre-employment background

Qualifications

• BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as Head Chef or a similar role.
• Valid Food Manager Certificate.
• Availability to work late nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Develop a compelling culinary vision aligned with the restaurant's brand and target audience.
• Create innovative and diverse menus that reflect current food trends.
• Continuously explore new flavors, cooking techniques, and presentation styles to elevate the dining experience.
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and quality control.
• Train, mentor, and lead a team of chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, taste, and presentation, exceeding customer expectations.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to ensure adherence to recipes and portion sizes.
• Monitor and optimize food costs while maintaining high-quality ingredients and minimizing waste.
• Cultivate relationships with local suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients at competitive prices.
• Collaborate with purchasing to manage inventory and control costs.
• Stay updated with market trends and source new ingredients and products.
• Provide ongoing training and coaching to kitchen staff for growth.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate goals and procedures.

Skills

Kitchen management

Problem solving

Delegation

Leadership

Food trend awareness

Computer skills

Education

BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Valid Food Manager Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef for M.Bird. Tampa’s premier rooftop destination perched high above Armature Works. You will lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team, crafting a culinary vision aligned with the brand and guest experience.

Based in Tampa, FL, this full-time role demands creative menu development, strict cost controls, and a collaborative leadership style. The position requires availability for late nights, weekends, and holidays, with pre-employment background