Executive Chef — Creative Menus & Kitchen Leader

The-Park-35965271; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Park-35965271 seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations at its West Palm Beach location. You will design menus, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure top-tier food quality, safety, and profitability.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, formal culinary training, and a track record in high-end dining. You will manage inventory, vendors, and health compliance while elevating the dining experience and brand reputation.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in a reputable restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent training in culinary arts.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage kitchen staff and operations effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative and appealing menus that align with the restaurant’s concept and customer expectations.
• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities to ensure consistency and quality.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate kitchen staff to maintain a motivated team.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and negotiate with vendors to minimize waste and control costs.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards per local regulations.
• Collaborate with management to plan budgets, control food costs, and maximize profitability.
• Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate innovative techniques and ingredients.
• Address customer feedback and resolve issues related to food quality or service.

Skills

Executive leadership

Kitchen staff management

Food safety standards

Menu planning

Cost control

Education

Culinary education

Tools

Menu engineering software

Cost control software

Job description

The Park-35965271 seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations at its West Palm Beach location. You will design menus, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure top-tier food quality, safety, and profitability.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, formal culinary training, and a track record in high-end dining. You will manage inventory, vendors, and health compliance while elevating the dining experience and brand reputation.